Overview
Founded in 1924, the University of Arkansas School of Law has built a strong regional reputation for producing practice-ready attorneys who serve Arkansas and the broader region. It is nationally recognized for its LL.M. program in Agricultural and Food Law, one of the few of its kind in the country, and for its longstanding strength in alternative dispute resolution. The school is housed within the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and benefits from the resources of a major public research university.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Fayetteville, Arkansas |
| Founded | 1924 |
| Total students | 450 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 45% |
| Graduation rate | 90% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $36,000 |
| Room & board | $12,000 |
| Average financial aid | $15,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.55 |
| Regular deadline | March 1 |
Top Programs
- Agricultural & Food Law
- Dispute Resolution
- Criminal Law
- Transactional Law
- Environmental Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.