Public Institution
University of Central Arkansas
The University of Central Arkansas is situated on a 356-acre campus in Conway. As a former normal school, UCA maintains a strong focus on education programs. The university is composed of five colleges, five residential colleges, and one commuter college, offering a diverse campus environment.
Programs
35
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$38,185
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Outlook
46/100
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
Tuition
$10,118
In-state sticker price
Out-of-state: $17,258/yr
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. University of Central Arkansas's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 37% of students receive Pell Grants; 42% take federal loans.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $14,387 | $57,548 |
| $30K – $48K | $14,946 | $59,784 |
| $48K – $75K | $17,233 | $68,932 |
| $75K – $110K | $19,775 | $79,100 |
| $110K+ | $20,028 | $80,112 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $10,118 | $40,472 |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
Programs at University of Central Arkansas
35 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.