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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

UAMS

Little Rock, Arkansas 72205-7199

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is a public urban institution in Little Rock, Arkansas. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

graduates earn a median of $73,827 a decade after enrollment.

Established
1879
Type
Public medical school

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Acceptance
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SAT Avg
1,361
Undergrads
15:1
Student : Faculty
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Grad Rate (4yr)
$73,827
Earnings 10yr

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (out-of-state)—
Median Debt at Graduation$14,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$148

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

64.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

11

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (54)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,361
Gender Split
84% / 16%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
27%

Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Black 11%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 9%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$66,491
10 Years$73,827

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#28
↓1
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •They purchased the Sperindio Restaurant and Hotel building on West Second Street in Little Rock for $5,000 to house the school, which opened on Oct.
  • •In 1880, Tom Pinson was the first graduate of the medical school.
  • •In 1935, the medical school was moved to a new building next to the City Hospital in Little Rock.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MEM Memphis134 mi
STL St Louis297 mi
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth299 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1259 mi · ~36h 22m drive
New York, NY1080 mi · ~31h 12m drive
Hartford, CT1168 mi · ~33h 45m drive
Providence, RI1231 mi · ~35h 34m drive
Albany, NY1137 mi · ~32h 51m drive
Syracuse, NY1039 mi · ~30h 1m drive
Rochester, NY979 mi · ~28h 17m drive
Buffalo, NY914 mi · ~26h 24m drive
Philadelphia, PA1007 mi · ~29h 5m drive
Pittsburgh, PA780 mi · ~22h 32m drive
Harrisburg, PA926 mi · ~26h 45m drive
Newark, NJ1072 mi · ~30h 58m drive
Washington, DC891 mi · ~25h 44m drive
Baltimore, MD920 mi · ~26h 35m drive
Atlanta, GA458 mi · ~13h 14m drive
Charlotte, NC650 mi · ~18h 47m drive
Raleigh, NC775 mi · ~22h 23m drive
Miami, FL952 mi · ~27h 30m drive
Orlando, FL773 mi · ~22h 20m drive
Tampa, FL747 mi · ~21h 35m drive
Nashville, TN327 mi · ~9h 27m drive
New Orleans, LA357 mi · ~10h 19m drive
Richmond, VA852 mi · ~24h 37m drive
Chicago, IL554 mi · ~16h drive
Detroit, MI724 mi · ~20h 55m drive
Minneapolis, MN708 mi · ~20h 27m drive
St. Louis, MO293 mi · ~8h 28m drive
Kansas City, MO325 mi · ~9h 23m drive
Indianapolis, IN485 mi · ~14h 1m drive
Columbus, OH625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Cleveland, OH741 mi · ~21h 24m drive
Milwaukee, WI620 mi · ~17h 55m drive
Dallas, TX291 mi · ~8h 24m drive
Houston, TX388 mi · ~11h 13m drive
Austin, TX442 mi · ~12h 46m drive
San Antonio, TX515 mi · ~14h 53m drive
Los Angeles, CA1474 mi · ~42h 35m drive
San Francisco, CA1682 mi · ~48h 35m drive
San Diego, CA1431 mi · ~41h 20m drive
Seattle, WA1779 mi · ~51h 24m drive
Portland, OR1754 mi · ~50h 40m drive
Denver, CO776 mi · ~22h 25m drive
Phoenix, AZ1132 mi · ~32h 42m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1144 mi · ~33h 3m drive
Honolulu, HI4034 mi · ~116h 32m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Memphis (MEM)134 miles
Rental car
201 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
268 min$161-268
St Louis (STL)297 miles
Rental car
446 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
594 min$356-594

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