The ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ Commitment program is a last dollar scholarship program that covers tuition and academic fee expenses. It’s designed to support Arkansas students who are Pell eligible or whose household earnings are $100,000 or less a year. The program combines Federal, State, and institutional financial aid to ensure more equitable access to higher education opportunities.Ìý

We’re committed to helping students find a pathway to higher education and ensuring their success from admission to graduation. The program will cover four years of tuition and academic fees via last dollar scholarships.Ìý
While the ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ Commitment program does not cover housing or meal plans, we work closely with Financial Aid to ensure you’re informed about funding opportunities at ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ and other private scholarships. This comprehensive support system is designed to help you manage your expenses effectively.Ìý
Future Student Guide   Commitment Eligibility Timeline   How it Works
ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ Commitment Eligibility Criteria
Apply to ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ as a first-time entering undergraduate
Pell-eligible OR annual household income of $100,000 or less
Submit proof of completed AR Challenge Application
R resident & high school graduate or GED recipient
Complete FAFSA & send to ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ (school code 001092)
Apply for the program and submit test scores
Fall 2026 Entering Freshman Timeline
Fall 2025
📅 August 1
â–¶Â Admission Application Opens
📅 September 1
â–¶ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ Application Opens
📅 October 1
â–¶ Opens
â–¶ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ Housing Application Opens
▶ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ Foundation Scholarship Application Opens
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Spring 2026
📅 January 26
â–¶ Achievement Scholarship Deadline
â–¶ Foundation Scholarship Deadline
â–¶ Honors College Scholarship Deadline
📅 February 1
â–¶ Summer Orientation & Academic Registration (SOAR) Opens
â–¶ Priority FAFSA Deadline
📅 April 1
â–¶ Priority Housing Deadline
📅 May 4
â–¶ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ Commitment Application & Documentation Deadline
â–¶ University & Future Leaders Scholarship Deadline
Commitment Eligibility Timeline


