At the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law, students gain access to a nationally respected legal education — without taking on overwhelming debt. Consistently recognized as a Best Value Law School by preLaw magazine, Bowen ranks among the most affordable law schools in the country, with lower tuition and fees than most and alumni who graduate with significantly less debt.
Below, you’ll find estimated 2025–26 tuition and fees for full-time and part-time students. We also encourage you to explore opportunities for scholarships and financial aid to help make your legal education even more affordable.
Please note: The law school does not offer on-campus housing or a dining hall. A café is available during traditional business hours on weekdays.
Estimated 2025-26 Cost of Attendance
| Full-Time Arkansas Resident | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition (15 hours Spring & Fall Semester) | $13,770 |
| Fees | $3,704 |
| Books & Supplies (Estimated) | $1,700 |
| Total | $19,174 |
| Part-Time Arkansas Resident | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition (10 hours Spring & Fall Semester) | $9,180 |
| Fees | $3,005 |
| Books & Supplies (Estimated) | $1,400 |
| Total | $13,585 |
Understanding Enrollment and Residency
All first-year students must pay a non-refundable $250 seat deposit to reserve their seat in the entering class upon being granted admission. This deposit is credited to your tuition.
Out-of-state students receive a Non-Resident Scholarship that brings their first-year tuition to the in-state rate. After the first year, students may qualify for in-state residency by applying and meeting the state requirements.
Full-Time
First-year full-time students take 15 credit hours each semester as part of a standard course load.
Part-Time
First-year part-time students take 10 credit hours each semester with a flexible evening schedule.
Out-of-State
First-year out-of-state students receive an automatic scholarship to match in-state tuition.
2025-2026 Tuition
| Tuition Rate | Cost |
|---|---|
| Arkansas resident tuition per hour | $459.00 |
| Non-resident tuition per hour | $1006.00 |
The University of Arkansas Board of Trustees sets the following year’s tuition and fees for the School of Law, and they are subject to change by the Board of Trustees.
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