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REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION


Students interested in applying to the University of Arkansas for the fall semester are urged to apply through the early admission process. By applying early, students take advantage of scholarship, housing, and orientation privileges; however, regular fall applications will be accepted until August 1.



Automatic Admission for New Freshmen

  • High School GPA of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale
  • 20 or higher on the ACT (930 SAT, combined critical reading/verbal and math scores only)
  • Must have completed or be in the process of completing the 16-unit preparatory core
  • Students not meeting these criteria are still encouraged to apply and will be reviewed for possible admission by the University of Arkansas’ Admissions and Appellate Board.