Tuition and Fees
We’re committed to providing a quality education at a good value, and we believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to that education. This chart breaks down the average tuition and fees for an Arkansas resident at UA Little Rock. Students in neighboring states are eligible for in-state tuition at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock! See if you qualify.
Fall 2023 Freshmen Can Get Up to 50% Off + Renew for Sophomore Year!
First-time freshmen who enroll at UA Little Rock for the Fall 2023 semester will receive 50% off tuition and class fees for their freshmen and sophomore years! Learn more about this scholarship and eligibility.
Average Tuition and Fees 2021-2022 (Undergraduate Students)
| Resident | Semester | Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Average Tuition and Fees* | $ 4,764.30 | $ 9,528.60 |
| Room and Board** | $ 3,502.50 | $ 7,005.00 |
| Books and Supplies (est.) | $ 900.00 | $ 1,800.00 |
| Total Costs | $9,166.80 | $18,333.60 |
| Non-Resident | Semester | Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Average Tuition and Fees* | $ 10,889.80 | $ 21,779.60 |
| Room and Board** | $ 3,502.50 | $ 7,005.00 |
| Books and Supplies (est.) | $ 900.00 | $ 1,800.00 |
| Total Costs | $15,292.30 | $30,584.60 |
*Tuition and fees are estimated based on Fall 2021, Spring 2022, and Summer 2022 in-state rates for 15 hours/semester.
**Room and Board is based on East Hall double occupancy and $1,380 in Dining Dollars for eight meals per week with $500 Flex Dollars. Specific Room and Board information can be found on the Office of Student Housing website.
View additional tuition, fees and payment information. You can also try the tuition and fees cost calculator.
Financial Aid
Nearly 87% of UA Little Rock students receive some sort of financial aid each year. Funding for an education at UA Little Rock is available from federal, state, university and private resources.
Types of Aid
- Scholarships – Gift aid that is awarded on the basis of academic achievement (merit-based scholarships) or a combination of academic performance and financial need. Academic and private scholarships are available.
- Grants – Aid from federal, state and university funds that are awarded based on financial need.
- Loans – Borrowed money that must be repaid with interest.
- Federal work study – Money one can earn through Federal Work Study by working on campus and earning the award at a rate of minimum wage as work is completed.
