Chances of getting into University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into UAPB and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at UAPB is 68%. It ranks #11 in Arkansas for lowest rate of acceptance. UAPB is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 3,173 out of 4,699 applicants were admitted.
The school has extremely easy admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 88 percent (SAT 810/1016 ACT 14/18). University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff typically accepts and attracts "B-" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.9. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The UAPB application fee is $30 and applications are due by Aug 1.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
UAPB SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 420 |
| SAT Math 25th | 390 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 810 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 508 |
| SAT Math 75th | 508 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1016 |
| Average SAT Score | 910
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?
Students who get into University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff score in the top 89 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 810-1016. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 810 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 710. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 910 out of 1600. UAPB ranks #15 in Arkansas for highest average SAT composite score. 12 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
UAPB ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 12 |
| ACT Math 25th | 14 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 14 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 18 |
| ACT Math 75th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 18 |
| Average ACT Score | 16
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into UAPB?
UAPB regularly accepts students who score 14 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 87 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 14-18. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 12 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 16 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 18 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #15 in Arkansas for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 81 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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UAPB GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?
You can get into UAPB with slightly below average high school grades. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff was 2.9 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #21 in Arkansas for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as UAPB accepts 68% of students who apply.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,974 | 1,725 | 4,699 |
| Accepted | 2,048 | 1,125 | 3,173 |
| Acceptance Rate | 69% | 65% | 68% |
| Enrolled | 399 | 278 | 677 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 19% | 25% | 21% |
Fall 2023 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 128 days left until the Fall 2023 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is $30.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=106412 IPEDS survey data for University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
FAQs
Does University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff prefer SAT or ACT?
12% of students submit their SAT scores to UAPB. 81% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?
68% of those who apply are granted admission to UAPB. Admission competition is low and the college has extremely easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 810 and 1016. 12% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 14 and 18. 81% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.