Scholarships at UA Little Rock

Affordable for all – that’s bold, but it’s how UA Little Rock is changing the game for students in Arkansas. Every Arkansas student should have the opportunity to achieve their dreams with an affordable four-year degree. That’s why we have programs like the Trojan Guarantee and our innovative half-off scholarship to help all Arkansans pursue a college degree without significant debt.

Because when we win, Arkansas wins.

Affordability in Action

We’re affordability leaders. And have been for years. Here are some of the ways we’re removing barriers for all:

  • First to offer half-off tuition scholarship in Arkansas
  • Only Arkansas institution to have a campus work-study program in addition to federal work study
  • First in Arkansas to offer a zero-cost bachelor’s degree for freshman students
  • Third least expensive university in Arkansas when you #checkthenet price students pay

How We Make College Affordable

$7+ Million
In private scholarships awarded
$5+ Million
In state aid awarded annually
3rd Lowest Net Price
Of all public four-year institutions in Arkansas
$13+ Million
In institutional funds awarded annually

Sound too good to be true? It’s not. Here’s how it works:

These opportunities are available for all Arkansans regardless of on-campus work status or academic achievement.
And, it’s before other scholarships and on-campus jobs. When we say all means all, we mean it.

Option 1: The Trojan Guarantee

This scholarship ensures a zero-tuition bachelor’s degree.

Eligibility: Keep and maintain Pell eligibility and get the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship. The Trojan Guarantee will cover any remaining tuition after financial aid is applied.

Option 2: For Non-Pell Students

We have scholarships to help you affordably earn a degree.

Eligibility: Get the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship and our Half-Off Scholarship. This means you can earn a four-year degree for $14,000 total. The half-off scholarship is available regardless of family income.

Affordable for All – It’s the Trojan Way

When we say all, all means all. This is a no-strings attached affordability opportunity to help Arkansas students earn a degree.

How to Apply

Applying for scholarships at UA Little Rock is an important part of your college journey, and we want to make sure the process is easy for you! Institutional scholarships for incoming freshmen and transfer students do not require a separate application. View the easy steps to apply for scholarships!

Learn About Other Scholarship Opportunities

Select your student type to get started and see the opportunities available. Find scholarships just for you: