University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Admissions

Once you’ve made the decision to apply to UALR, you’ll need to start with an application for admission. This process is available at your fingertips, so you can get started immediately. Review the information below to determine if you’ll be applying as an undergraduate freshman or as a transfer student. If you already know, Apply Now!

Application Process

So you’re ready to apply for admission to UALR? Great! Here’s how you get started.

1. Click on Apply Now.
2. Click on First time user account creation if this is your first time to apply online.
3. Follow the instructions for creating a PIN and click on Login.
4. Write down the ‘Generated ID’ and click on Continue.
5. Select an ‘Application Type.’ Then click on Continue.
6. Select an ‘Admission Term.’
7. Click on Fill Out Application.
8. Follow the instructions for completing the Application.
9. When you have completed all sections, click on Application is Complete.
10. Questions? Contact the Office of Admissions at 501.569.3127, or email admissions@ualr.edu.
11. Or, call the Adult Student Advocate at 501.569.3370.

Congratulations! You’re more than half-way there!

What Happens Next?

UALR will carefully evaluate your academic documents, and we’ll send you a letter (from the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid) about your admission status. To be prepared for what you need for admission, you need to review our admission requirements. If you have any questions along the way, we’re here to help! UALR Admissions Counselors are available to help you apply for admission and answer your questions.

Admission Requirements

Along with the application, we need you to send us credentials that we’ll use to verify that you’re ready for the challenging UALR classes that are ahead of you. The documents you must submit include:

First-time Student: Have never attended any college and do not have any college credit for transfer.

• High school transcript - Don’t forget that an “official” transcript is required. (The key word here is “official,” which means that it’s sent straight from your high school or you bring it to UALR in a sealed envelope.)
• ACT or SAT scores - Have your ACT or SAT results sent to UALR or make sure your counselor includes the test scores on your official transcript. If you haven’t taken the ACT or SAT, our Testing Services can help you can learn more about the testing schedule and how to complete this requirement.
• Immunization record - We need a copy of your shot record showing when you received two MMR vaccines. This is a requirement in the state of Arkansas; Health Services can access this information for Arkansas, but not for other states. Health Services can also administer needed immunizations, and at least 30 days are required to complete the immunization series.

Freshman Transfer Student: Previously attended another institution and transferring 12 semester hours or less. Please review admissions standards. Required documentation includes:

• Final High School Transcript with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 (Undergraduate Freshmen Transfer only)
• ACT/SAT scores taken within the last five years with an ACT composite score of at least 21 or equivalent SAT score of 990
• Immunization records (2 rounds of Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccination)
• Official transcripts from each institution attended

Transfer Student: Previously attended another institution and transferring more than 12 hours. Required documentation includes:

• Immunization records (two rounds of Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccination)
• Official transcripts from each institution attended
• Contact each of the colleges you have attended and request all official college transcripts be sent to UALR Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, 2801 S. University Ave., Little Rock, AR 72204.

Over 60 years of age?

You may be eligible for a tuition waiver. Find out more.

Interested in Graduate-level Courses?

If you want to take graduate-level courses or seek a graduate degree, contact the Graduate School at 501.569.3206.