2023 Comprehensive Report on Rankings, Costs, Graduation Rate and More
$14,042
Net Price
92%
Admitted
33%
Enrolled
49%
Graduation Rate
15/1
Student / Faculty
University Detail
University of Central Arkansas
is a public, four or more years institution with a total student enrollment of 10,105. In 2021, there were 170 psychology and social work graduates. This institution ranks #7 in Arkansas and ranks #525 in the U.S. for schools that offer psychology degree programs.
Psychology Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, Post Master Certificate, Doctor
Psychology Graduates
170
Total Enrollment
10,105
Type
Public, Four or more years
Institution Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
Ranking for University of Central Arkansas
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Arkansas Rank
Combining ranking factors for 20 schools that offer psychology degrees in Arkansas, University of Central Arkansas ranks #7.
U.S. Rank
Combining ranking factors for 1,438 schools that offer psychology degrees in the U.S., University of Central Arkansas ranks #525.
Psychology Programs Offered
For psychology degrees, University of Central Arkansas offers General Psychology at the bachelor level. At the master level, the university offers Mental Health Counseling. At the post master certificate level Counseling and Applied Psychology and School Psychology are offered. At the doctorate level Counseling and Applied Psychology are offered.
In the table below, see the programs offered and the number of graduates in each program.
| Psychology Graduates in 2021 | BS | MA | PMC | PhD |
| Counseling and Applied Psychology | – | – | 5 | 8 |
| General Psychology | 129 | – | – | – |
| Mental Health Counseling | – | 23 | – | – |
| School Psychology | – | – | 5 | – |
| Total Graduates | 129 | 23 | 10 | 8 |
Psychology Program Accreditation(s)
Admission, Enrollment, Graduation
In the fall of 2021, 6,057 students applied to the University of Central Arkansas. The university admitted 92% and 33% of those who were admitted also enrolled.
By comparison, the average number of applicants for Arkansas universities is 3,999. On average, all Arkansas institutions admit 66% and 34% of those who were admitted end up enrolling into the institution.
The percentage of University of Central Arkansas students who return after their first year to begin their second year is 71%. Compared to all Arkansas four or more years colleges, the percentage is 67%.
The overall graduation rate for University of Central Arkansas is 49%, compared to 46% for all Arkansas universities, while the number of students who transferred out of the program is 60%.
Compare UCA to Arkansas Four or more years Colleges
Offering Psychology Degrees
Compare admission, acceptance, retention and graduation rates of University of Central Arkansas to the average of all Arkansas four or more years schools that offer psychology degrees.
Why it Matters
Compare Admission and Enrollment
Low admission rates and high enrollment rates denote not only how selective a school is, but also how in-demand the school is. High graduation rates show the overall success of an institution.
UCA
6,057
Applicants
92%
Percent Admitted
33%
Percent Enrolled
71%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
49%
Graduation Rate
AR Colleges
3,999
Applicants
66%
Percent Admitted
34%
Percent Enrolled
67%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
46%
Graduation Rate
Student & Faculty Information
In the fall of 2021, there were 532 or 78% full-time instructional or research faculty members of all faculty and there were 152 or 22% part-time faculty members employed at University of Central Arkansas. The number of full-time instructional faculty was 532 or 78%.
Part-time teachers are paid less and cost less, so any organization with a disproportionate number of part-time teachers can invest money in more important areas. However, as part-time teachers, participants can work full-time in their profession and bring experience to the classroom.
Why it Matters
Compare Faculty Numbers
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional percentages indicate that institutions focus their investments in areas that matter most to students.
UCA
15 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
78%
Percent Full-Time
22%
Percent Part-Time
78%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
AR Colleges
14 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
64%
Percent Full-Time
36%
Percent Part-Time
63%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
Tuition and Student Expenses
For the 2021-2022 academic year at University of Central Arkansas the average cost of undergraduate tuition is $6,870, and the average cost for books and supplies is $1,200.
For graduate students, the average cost for tuition is $5,063 and the average cost for graduate fees is $1,710.
In the table below, find the average total expenses to attend University of Central Arkansas in 2021-2022 including tuition, room, board and living expenses for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Note that the average total expenses do not include financial aid, grants, loans or scholarships. You can find the average financial aid and net price data in the sections below.
| Expenses for University of Central Arkansas | 2021-2022 |
| On Campus Room & Board | $7,896 |
| On-Campus Living Expenses | $4,992 |
| Total Living Expenses | $12,888 |
| Tuition for In-State, Undergraduate | $6,870 |
| Books and Supplies, Undergraduate | $1,200 |
| Total Undergraduate Expenses | $20,958 |
| In-State, Graduate Tuition | $5,063 |
| In-State, Graduate Fees | $1,710 |
| Total Graduate Expenses | $6,773 |
Net Price
Average Net Price
The average net price to attend University of Central Arkansas is $14,042. Average net price is calculated by adding tuition, room, board, living costs, books, supplies together and then subtracting the average financial (grants, scholarships and loans) for federal financial aid recipients.
In other words, the average net price is the average amount students pay to attend this university for one year.
Average net price is calculated from the most recent data supplied by each institution to the US Department of Education and is found by subtracting the average amount of federal, state/local government, or institutional grant or scholarship aid from the total cost of attendance. The total cost of attendance is the sum of published tuition and required fees (lower of in-district or in-state), books and supplies, and the weighted average for room and board and other expenses.
Net Price by Family Income
Depending on the federal, state, or institutional grant aid available, the table below shows the average amount students pay to attend University of Central Arkansas presented by family income bracket.
Students may pay more or less depending on their individual circumstances; however, these are the average costs as tracked by the university and reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
| Average Net Price by Income | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 |
| $0 – $30,000 | $14,136 | $12,358 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $15,016 | $13,336 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $16,798 | $14,940 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $19,344 | $17,081 |
| $110,001 and more | $19,270 | $17,399 |
Compare University of Central Arkansas to all Arkansas universitas that offer psychology degrees for the cost to attend, average financial aid, percent of students receiving aid and the average net price to attend.
For program ranking, we see a lower overall cost of tuition and cost of living expenses minus the average financial aid a student may receive as the ranking factor student may want to consider.
Why it Matters
Compare Average Cost to Attend and Net Price
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional professors indicates to us institutions that focus their investments in areas that matter most: the education of students by the best instructors possible.
UCA
$20,958
Cost to Attend
$8,633
Average Financial Aid
96%
Percent Receiving Aid
$14,042
Net Price
AR Colleges
$27,424
Cost to Attend
$13,730
Average Financial Aid
97%
Percent Receiving Aid
$13,593
Average Net Price
Financial Aid
The number of beginning students who enter postsecondary education for the first time and receive financial aid is 1,632 or 96%.
The number of undergraduate students who receive a grant or scholarship is 7,285 and the average amount of their grant or scholarship is $8,633.
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | # Receiving Aid | Average Aid Received |
|---|---|---|
| Grant or Scholarship Aid | 7,285 | $8,633 |
| Pell Grants | 3,151 | $4,832 |
| Federal Student Loans | 3,722 | $7,446 |
Below, compare the financial aid students receive at the University of Central Arkansas to all schools across the United States that offer psychology degrees.
We see higher percentages of those receiving aid and the percent that aid covers the net price of education as an indicator of the strength of the institution.
Why it Matters
Compare Financial Aid
Financial Aid can make the difference between being able to afford college or being priced out of college. Many students may find college far more affordable than they could imagine, when accounting for the various kinds of financial aid available.
UCA
7,285
Grant or Scholarship Aid
51%
Grants or Scholarships
3,151
Number of Pell Grants
22%
Pell Grants
3,722
Federal Student Loans
26%
Federal Student Loans
AR Colleges
3,193
Grant or Scholarship Aid
52%
Grants or Scholarships
1,345
Number of Pell Grants
22%
Pell Grants
1,631
Federal Student Loans
26%
Federal Student Loans
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