C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
88/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

4-Year Public
📍 Little Rock, Arkansas 72205
🌐 https://www.uams.edu/
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences — tuition $7,176 in-state, $14,814 out-of-state
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences — tuition $7,176 in-state, $14,814 out-of-state
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences campus, Little Rock, AR
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences campus, Little Rock, AR. Photo: The original uploader was Uams communications at English Wikipedia., Attribution via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B+
77/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,275
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$73,827
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$66,491
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$14,000
Median debt at graduation
27.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 19% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 88th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AR wage index 0.72). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$67,337$79,413-11%#746 of 966#280$14,000
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$63,598$74,782+6%#100 of 253#45$17,000
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions$59,134$67,126-12%#75 of 93#34$11,874
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$58,607$65,708-3%#47 of 76#14$20,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $231,475
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,406/mo — vs ~$867/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72114 (10.3% cap, North Little Rock)

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🏆 Where University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#25
Nursing Science
of 27 schools
#29
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
of 33 schools
#30
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,176 $14,814
Room $7,800

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,275
Total Students
73%
Women
26%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%
Hispanic 7%
Black 10%
Asian 9%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 51%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 26%
25-64 (Adult) 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences?
Tuition at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is $7,176 for in-state students and $14,814 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences a good school?
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences?
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has a total enrollment of 3,275 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology