UA Little Rock Continues Enrollment Growth for Spring 2026

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is reporting preliminary figures showing continued enrollment growth for the spring 2026 semester, building on last year’s record-breaking gains and demonstrating sustained momentum in student enrollment and academic engagement.

UA Little Rock enrolled 6,518 undergraduate and graduate students, representing a 1.0 percent increase in headcount compared to spring 2025. With the addition of students at the William H. Bowen School of Law and high school concurrent enrollment, the university expects total spring enrollment to be about 7,500 students.

Undergraduate enrollment totaled 5,207 students, an increase of 3.0 percent in headcount compared to last spring. Undergraduate student semester credit hours increased 5.9 percent, indicating that students are enrolling in more coursework than last spring.

“Growing on top of last year’s historic enrollment is a powerful affirmation of the value students see in a UA Little Rock education,” said Chancellor Christina S. Drale. “These numbers represent students choosing a university that supports their goals, invests in their success, and prepares them to thrive in their careers and communities.”

Graduate enrollment totaled 1,311 students this spring. Overall graduate headcount declined 6.5 percent, with student semester credit hours down 4.8 percent. University leaders pointed to continued growth in domestic graduate enrollment, even as declines in international enrollment affected overall graduate totals.

The William H. Bowen School of Law also experienced growth this spring, enrolling 411 students, a 4.1 percent increase in headcount compared to last year. Law student semester credit hours increased 6.5 percent. 

“These results demonstrate that UA Little Rock’s enrollment momentum is being sustained across multiple semesters,” said Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer. “Growth in undergraduate enrollment and student credit hours reflects the strength of our academic programs and the support systems in place for students.”

UA Little Rock remains committed to providing an exceptional educational experience and expanding access through innovative academic programs, personalized student support, and strong financial aid opportunities. Initiatives such as the Trojan Guarantee, which covers the full cost of a bachelor’s degree for eligible freshmen, and the university’s half-off tuition scholarship continue to support students as they pursue and complete their degrees.

For more information about admissions and academic programs, visit UA Little Rock Admissions.