University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Little Rock, AR
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School Detail
APPLICATION FEE
$100
Tuition In State
$34,950
Tuition Out of State
$69,014
Average GPA
3.83
AVERAGE MCAT
509
School Overview
- Degrees
- MD
- Ownership
- Public Non-Profit
- Program Length
- 4 years
- Total Enrollment
- 170
- Founding Year
- 1879
- Accreditation Year
- 1944
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SDN Insights
Cost of Attendance: $298,332
Estimate repayment
Estimated loan burden for UAMS using 4 years of in-state tuition, $1,500 annual fees, $3,000 monthly living expenses, government-derived local cost-of-living adjustment, $1,000 loan fees, and an 8.5% interest assumption.
Cost of Living: Below national average cost of living
Little Rock, AR is about 0.89x the national average for cost of living. In the debt estimate, the government-derived local cost adjustment lowers the living allowance from $3,000 to about $2,670 per month. Local rent and commuting choices can still move your actual budget meaningfully.
Environment: Urban
The location of UAMS supports a lifestyle where walking is convenient and practical, though biking may be less reliable. Students can enjoy easy access to local amenities on foot, making day-to-day living straightforward and efficient.
Interview Feedback
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 29% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did well.
Secondary Essays for UAMS
1. Other
Non-Arkansas residents who have strong ties to Arkansas are given preference over non-residents without strong ties to the state. Therefore, if you have strong ties to Arkansas (you have lived in...
2. Geographic Connection and Commitment
Non-Arkansas residents with strong ties to Arkansas are given preference over those without such ties. Therefore, if you have strong ties to Arkansas (such as having lived in Arkansas, having a...
3. Academic and Research Experiences
The College of Medicine offers a combined MD/PhD degree program. Applicants who select the MD/PhD program in their AMCAS application must complete two additional AMCAS application essays.
4. Other
Complete the MD/PhD program application form on the website, and use the Upload Documents section to include this document with your application.
5. Other
The UAMS College of Medicine offers a combined MD/MPH degree program.
About the School
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine, established in 1879, is the state's only comprehensive health sciences university. It has educated and trained over 11,000 physicians since its inception. The college operates on two campuses: the main campus in Little Rock and a regional campus in Fayetteville. UAMS is affiliated with several major healthcare institutions, including UAMS Medical Center, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. The college offers a traditional four-year M.D. program and a three-year accelerated M.D. track at the Northwest Regional Campus for students committed to primary care.
Curriculum
The UAMS College of Medicine provides a student-centered, active-learning curriculum designed to foster critical thinking. The program includes seven Academic Houses that offer academic and career advising, peer mentoring, and a sense of community. Approximately 700 medical students are enrolled across the two campuses, with a freshman class size of 175. The college also offers over 65 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs, accommodating about 700 residents and fellows. Additionally, the Medical Scholars in Public Health post-baccalaureate program allows students to work toward a Master's in Public Health while preparing for future medical school applications.
Facilities
The UAMS campus in Little Rock spans over 84 acres and includes more than 5.2 million square feet of buildings. The UAMS Medical Center, a 553,282-square-foot facility, features 332 adult beds and 64 neonatal beds. The campus also houses seven institutes that integrate clinical care, research, and education. In 2023, UAMS opened The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital with 24 private rooms for inpatient stays. The Proton Center of Arkansas, the state's first proton therapy center, opened in September 2023, offering advanced cancer radiation treatment.
Demographics
As of Fall 2024, UAMS enrolled 3,485 students across its colleges, including 706 in the College of Medicine. The student body comprises approximately 2,005 female and 902 male students. Racial demographics include 1,991 White, 279 Black or African American, 215 Asian, 170 Hispanic, 86 Multi-Ethnic, 76 International, 72 Unknown, and 4 Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students. The faculty consists of nearly 2,200 members, with a diverse composition of 3,586 White, 933 Black or African American, 319 Asian, 70 Multi-Ethnic, and 16 Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander individuals.
Last Updated: Sep 24, 2025