Explore Graduate Education at UA Little Rock
Take the next step in your education and career with a graduate degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
UA Little Rock offers graduate certificates, master’s degrees and doctoral programs with flexible learning options and experienced faculty invested in your success. Located in Arkansas’s capital, the university connects you with employers and opportunities for hands-on research, internships, and creative work. Whether you’re advancing your career or exploring a new direction, you’ll find opportunities to grow.
Explore Graduate ProgramsWhy Choose Graduate School at UA Little Rock?
Earn your degree through flexible and affordable programs. Learn from dedicated faculty, gain valuable research experience, and build career-ready skills. Graduate assistantships and other financial support are available.
How Much Does Grad School Cost?
Graduate School Tuition & FeesGraduate tuition is charged per credit hour. For 2026-2027, Arkansas residents pay about $344–$372 per credit hour in graduate tuition, while non-residents pay about $777–$793 per credit hour, depending on the program.
Students pay additional mandatory fees.
How Can You Pay for Graduate School?
The Get Your Feet Wet scholarship helps new graduate students get started by covering in-state tuition for one three-credit-hour course during their first semester. UA Little Rock recently announced the largest investment in graduate assistant stipends in more than a decade, increasing financial support for master’s and doctoral students in fall 2026.
Graduate School News
August 07, 2026
Get Your Feet Wet Scholarship Helps Students Take the First Step Toward Graduate School
July 13, 2026
New Graduate Certificate Program in Health Informatics Launches This Fall
June 19, 2026
UA Little Rock Alumnus Named Associate Dean at Clemson University
Research Highlights
Explore the latest news highlighting the research and impact of our faculty and graduate students.
Take the Next Step
Have questions or want to explore UA Little Rock? Schedule a tour with the graduate school by emailing [email protected] or contact us for more information. When you’re ready, submit your application.
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