University of Arkansas Rich Mountain SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
UA Rich Mountain’s 100% acceptance rate means access is the starting point, not the finish line. Since it is test-optional, decide whether your scores add useful academic context rather than treating them as the gatekeeper. With a 63% freshman retention rate, your bigger goal is choosing a program, schedule, and support plan you can stick with.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
University of Arkansas Rich Mountain facts and stats
University of Arkansas Rich Mountain is a small-town institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 786. UA Rich Mountain reports a 63% freshman retention rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 19:1.
Mena, AR

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Key University of Arkansas Rich Mountain application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
July 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because UA Rich Mountain is test-optional, follow this timeline only if you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores. Take your first test by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes and superscoring opportunities. Since UA Rich Mountain does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, make sure your last fall retake has scores released before the regular admission deadline you plan to meet.
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What you'll actually pay
UA Rich Mountain is a public college with in-state tuition of $3,060 and out-of-state tuition of $3,360. To be considered for financial aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the July 1 priority deadline.

Out-of-state tuition at UA Rich Mountain is $3,360, with in-state tuition listed at $3,060. Room and board adds about $9,590, so living arrangements can be a major part of the total bill. Actual costs may vary based on course load, housing choices, fees, and financial need after grants or scholarships are applied.
Student life at University of Arkansas Rich Mountain
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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