The initiative combines direct admission with traditional 2+2 transfer pathways, allowing students to complete their first two years at a community college before transferring to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock to finish a four-year degree. The program is designed to remove transfer barriers and help hundreds of Arkansas students each year move more easily from an associate degree to a bachelor鈥檚 degree. 

鈥溙切腣log传媒 Little Rock is proud to lead the state in creating innovative pathways that make higher education more accessible for Arkansas students,鈥� said Chancellor Christina S. Drale. 鈥淏y strengthening partnerships with community colleges, we are helping more students see a clear and achievable path to completing their bachelor鈥檚 degree.鈥�

The first institutions to join the initiative are the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain, and the University of Arkansas Cossatot Community College. Additional partner institutions are expected to join in the future. 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock enrolled over 1,300 transfer students for the current academic year.

Through the partnership, eligible transfer students will benefit from several features designed to simplify the transition to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, including:

• Waived undergraduate admission application fee
• Streamlined admissions processing, with 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock coordinating transcript collection to reduce administrative steps and transcript fees
• Access to the Trojan Transfer Hub, a web-based platform that allows students to evaluate how their coursework applies to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock degree programs and guides them through the transfer process

鈥淭ransfer students are a vital part of our campus community, and we are committed to making their pathway to a four-year degree as clear and accessible as possible,鈥� said Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. 鈥淏y working closely with our community college partners, we are creating new opportunities for students across Arkansas to continue their education and achieve their goals.鈥�

Strengthening partnerships with community colleges is central to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 mission to expand access to higher education across Arkansas.

鈥淎s Little Rock鈥檚 university, we are committed to meeting students where they are and building partnerships that help them succeed,鈥� Decker said.

The direct admission transfer partnerships will begin in Fall 2026. To learn more about enrolling at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, visit . 

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock enrolled 6,518 undergraduate and graduate students, representing a 1.0 percent increase in headcount compared to spring 2025. With the addition of students at the William H. Bowen School of Law and high school concurrent enrollment, the university expects total spring enrollment to be about 7,500 students.

Undergraduate enrollment totaled 5,207 students, an increase of 3.0 percent in headcount compared to last spring. Undergraduate student semester credit hours increased 5.9 percent, indicating that students are enrolling in more coursework than last spring.

鈥淕rowing on top of last year鈥檚 historic enrollment is a powerful affirmation of the value students see in a 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock education,鈥� said Chancellor Christina S. Drale. 鈥淭hese numbers represent students choosing a university that supports their goals, invests in their success, and prepares them to thrive in their careers and communities.鈥�

Graduate enrollment totaled 1,311 students this spring. Overall graduate headcount declined 6.5 percent, with student semester credit hours down 4.8 percent. University leaders pointed to continued growth in domestic graduate enrollment, even as declines in international enrollment affected overall graduate totals.

The William H. Bowen School of Law also experienced growth this spring, enrolling 411 students, a 4.1 percent increase in headcount compared to last year. Law student semester credit hours increased 6.5 percent. 

鈥淭hese results demonstrate that 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 enrollment momentum is being sustained across multiple semesters,鈥� said Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer. 鈥淕rowth in undergraduate enrollment and student credit hours reflects the strength of our academic programs and the support systems in place for students.鈥�

糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock remains committed to providing an exceptional educational experience and expanding access through innovative academic programs, personalized student support, and strong financial aid opportunities. Initiatives such as the Trojan Guarantee, which covers the full cost of a bachelor鈥檚 degree for eligible freshmen, and the university鈥檚 half-off tuition scholarship continue to support students as they pursue and complete their degrees.

For more information about admissions and academic programs, visit 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Admissions.

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The high-energy event gave future Trojans a chance to experience campus life first-hand through academic showcases, student panels, admissions support, and interactive sessions with faculty and staff.

The record-breaking turnout reflects the university鈥檚 growing enrollment momentum, building on a 40% increase in first-time freshmen in fall 2025.

As part of the event, 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock announced a waiver of its $40 undergraduate application fee through Dec. 31, 2025, eliminating another financial barrier for students and reinforcing the university鈥檚 role as a leader in college affordability.

鈥淲e want students to know that nothing should stand between them and their goals鈥攏ot even an application fee,鈥� said Dr. Cody Decker, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. 鈥淭his waiver is another example of how 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock is committed to making a high-quality college education more affordable, accessible, and achievable for students across Arkansas and beyond.鈥�

The new waiver joins a suite of affordability initiatives, including the Trojan Guarantee and Half-Off Scholarship, which have saved students more than $6.5 million since their launch. Combined, these programs have supported nearly 2,000 students, helping them save an average of $3,900 each.

The Trojan Guarantee provides students with Pell-eligibility the opportunity to earn a zero-tuition bachelor鈥檚 degree, while the Half-Off Scholarship provides students with half-off tuition for two years, regardless of financial need. These initiatives showcase 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 commitment to making a high-quality education accessible and affordable. 

The full value of a 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock education extends beyond the classroom. Discover, one of the university鈥檚 most impactful recruitment events, gives prospective students a firsthand look at the strong academic programs, personalized support, and vibrant campus experience that define the Trojan journey. With more than 800 student-led events each year and nearly 6,500 students engaged in campus activities, 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock fosters a dynamic environment where students can connect, lead, and thrive.

To learn more about applying to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, visit ualr.edu/admissions.

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The initiative provides transfer students with personalized guidance on course transferability, degree progress, and academic planning.

鈥淩esponding to the needs of transfer students is a strategic priority for our institution,鈥� 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Chancellor Christina S. Drale said. 鈥淭he Trojan Transfer Hub reflects our commitment to providing a clear and supportive pathway to educational attainment at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.鈥�

Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer, emphasized the importance of the new resource. 

鈥淭he Trojan Transfer Hub is a transformative tool that puts power and clarity into the hands of prospective transfer students,鈥� Decker said. 鈥淚t streamlines the admissions process, enhances transparency around credit evaluation, and connects students with the information and support they need to make confident, informed decisions at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.鈥�

Some of the key features and benefits for students include:

• Personalized Degree Progress Tracking 鈥� Students can compare up to three majors at a time and receive recommendations for degrees they are closest to completing based on their existing credits.
• Streamlined Admissions Process 鈥� The portal provides a checklist of admission events and deadlines, breaking the process into manageable steps.
• Major and Career Exploration 鈥� Students can access detailed program descriptions, career opportunities, salary ranges, and skill requirements.
• Student Support 鈥� If a student enters a course the system does not recognize, it will be submitted for review by 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock admissions staff. Students can also connect with academic counselors for additional guidance.

The Trojan Transfer Hub is part of 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 ongoing efforts to support transfer students and improve access to higher education. For more information, prospective transfer students can visit the or .

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鈥淜indle was essential in improving admissions and recruitment efforts during 2021-2023, and we鈥檙e excited to have him back at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock in the new role of executive director of admissions,鈥� said Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer.

Kindle rejoins 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock after serving as vice president at Ruffalo Noel Levitz, where he worked with higher education institutions to increase their enrollment. Before that, he served at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little from 2021 to 2023. He brings years of experience and a proven track record of success to his new role.

鈥淒uring Kindle鈥檚 time at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, the university experienced a record increase in both freshmen and transfer student enrollment,鈥� said Jonathan Coleman, interim assistant vice chancellor for enrollment management and director of financial aid and scholarships. 鈥淚 am excited to bring Kindle back into the fold, and I am confident that his track record and experience can help 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock continue the positive momentum in enrollment that we have built over the last several years.鈥�

In his new role, Holderby will lead undergraduate admissions and new student recruitment efforts. He will also oversee the Office of Enrollment Management, the Military Student Success Center, the Trojan Transition Assistance Center, International Student Services, and the Corporate Partnerships Program.

鈥淚 am very excited to be back at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock for this new opportunity,鈥� Holderby said. 鈥淚 look forward to working with the dedicated admissions team to attract and support a diverse and talented student body, ensuring that every prospective student has the opportunity to find their path to success here. Together, we will continue to build on the university鈥檚 legacy of academic excellence and innovation.鈥�

Holderby is a seasoned higher education professional with more than 15 years of experience in enrollment management. Prior to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, Holderby鈥檚 team at Emporia State University ended a three-year cycle of declining enrollment through improving efforts in undergraduate enrollment management, recruitment, and marketing.

Prior to Emporia State, Holderby served as vice president of student affairs at Bacone College, where his enrollment management team reversed a seven-year enrollment decline. Holderby previously served as a dean of students, director of enrollment management, director of work study, director of a foster care program, and an admissions recruiter.

Holderby earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree in political science from Northeastern State University and a master鈥檚 degree in education administration from East Central University. He is working on a Doctor in Education in Higher Education Administration from Northeastern University.

Holderby is a native of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and a member of the Cherokee Nation. He is also a member of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators and the National Association for College Admission Counseling. Holderby and his wife Nicole live in Benton and have three children 鈥� Dylan, a sophomore at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, Haley, 17, and Blakely, 4.

鈥淗aving worked with higher education institutions from all across the country has really made me appreciate what a gem 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock is,鈥� Holderby said. 鈥淓very institution has its challenges, but we are doing a lot of things right at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. The people who work here are outstanding, and our students are amazing. The future is bright at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.鈥�

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(LRSD), (NLRSD), and (PCSSD) have signed Memorandums of Understandings to become direct admission district partners with 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.

“Recent student surveys indicate that nearly one-third of high school seniors have doubts about going to college due to financial reasons, are unsure how to get started, or are apprehensive about their ability to meet admission standards,” said Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. “The direct admission agreements specifically address these concerns by partnering with area school districts to streamline the college admission process and automatically awarding financial aid to eligible students.”

Undergraduate students from LRSD, NLRSD, and PCSSD who apply to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock will receive a waived application fee as well as a streamlined admission application. 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock will receive student transcripts directly from the State of Arkansas electronic transcript system, which relieves the school districts of the need to provide student transcripts.

“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock through the direct admissions program,鈥� said Dr. Jermall Wright, superintendent of Little Rock School District. 鈥淭his ongoing collaboration will open incredible opportunities to our students, providing a seamless pathway to higher education and empowering them to achieve their academic and career goals. By working together, we are ensuring that every student in the Little Rock School District has the support and resources they need to succeed in college and beyond.”

糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock is also dedicated to helping Arkansans graduate from college with little to no debt. The students will automatically be considered for the Trojan Guarantee Scholarship, a last-dollar scholarship that covers the cost of tuition and mandatory fees after federal, state, and institutional aid is applied, resulting in a no-cost bachelor’s degree for eligible students, as well as 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 Half-Off Scholarship, which covers half of the tuition and course fees for eligible freshman for up to two years.

This partnership with Little Rock School District, North Little Rock School District, and Pulaski County Special School District aims to ease the college acceptance process, providing students with a clearer and more accessible route to earning an affordable, high-quality college education.

“We are very excited to enter this partnership with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to support our students in their postsecondary future,鈥� said Dr. Charles McNulty, superintendent of PCSSD. 鈥淲e have a strong commitment as a district to ensure our students are college and career ready with initiatives like AVID and the PCSSD Academies of Central Arkansas. This partnership with 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock provides one more pathway for our students to achieve their dreams after graduation. We couldn’t be more excited to work with 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock in this endeavor, which we hope sparks future opportunities to collaborate together for the benefit of our students!”

Dr. Gregory Pilewski, superintendent of NLSD, said he is excited about this partnership and the opportunities it will afford the students.

鈥淭his partnership will assist our counselors and administrators in guiding students to consider the wealth of possibilities at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, in addition to the financial break that can be realized by going to this institution,鈥� Pilewski said. 鈥淲e look forward to working with the university to expose our future-ready scholars to the academic and social experiences that are available to its students.”

You can learn more about joining 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock by visiting /admissions.

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Experience will take place on Thursday, March 28, from 1:30 to 5 p.m. The event will kick off in the Donaghey Student Center.

Attendees will experience what it鈥檚 like to be a student at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, attending classes, touring housing, and enjoying campus dining. Food and a 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock t-shirt will be provided for free.

Participants are welcome to bring family and friends along. Parents are invited to attend, as informational meetings will be held to discuss financial aid, scholarships, and campus life. Free parking will be available in the parking deck located at 5515 W. 32nd St, Little Rock.

Students can register here until midnight, March 26. For additional information about the event, call the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock admissions office at 501-916-3000 or email admissions@ualr.edu.

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock has announced a new scholarship program, Trojan Guarantee, a groundbreaking initiative designed to break down financial barriers and empower freshmen to earn a bachelor鈥檚 degree with no tuition cost.

鈥淚 am excited to announce Trojan Guarantee, a program designed to help you earn a college degree with zero tuition cost,鈥� 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Chancellor Christina S. Drale conveyed in a written announcement to campus visitors. 鈥淭his program represents an opportunity for students to expect more for themselves and their future, without accumulating significant debt.鈥�

University leaders made the announcement Nov. 8 during Discover, one of 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 largest admissions events where more than 1,100 potential students and their family members visited campus to explore everything the university has to offer.

“Extending beyond the half-off scholarship, which is available to all freshmen, regardless of income, the Trojan Guarantee covers the cost of tuition not covered by the Pell Grant and Arkansas Challenge Scholarship,” said Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer. “糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock has long led in affordability for middle-class families, and the Trojan Guarantee takes this one big step further to ensure all Arkansans have an affordable degree pathway from 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.鈥�

The Trojan Guarantee program is tailored for Pell Grant-eligible students who also receive the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship. This is an important population for 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, as approximately 50 percent of freshmen and 58 percent of undergraduate students are eligible to receive Pell grants. The scholarship will cover the remaining tuition and mandatory fee costs after other financial aid has been applied, ensuring these students will not pay any tuition to earn a bachelor’s degree from 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.

Trojan Guarantee will be available to all first-time and transferring full-time freshmen who begin 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock in the fall 2024 semester. The scholarship will be renewable for three years, covering all four years at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock for eligible students. 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock anticipates awarding the first round of Trojan Guarantee scholarships to approximately 200 freshmen during the 2024-25 academic year.

Trojan Guarantee is funded by a combination of institutional and private funds. All students need to do to be considered for Trojan Guarantee is to apply for admission, submit the FAFSA form, and apply for the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship. There are no additional requirements to live or work on campus.

This program is only one aspect of 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 ongoing work to ensure affordability for all students. 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock launched the half-off scholarship in 2020, which has so far provided nearly 950 students with the opportunity to attend 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock with half-off tuition, regardless of their family income, to the tune of $2.9 million in scholarships. Additionally, 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students who receive the half-off scholarship as well as the Academic Challenge Scholarship can complete a four-year bachelor鈥檚 degree for just $14,000.

鈥淚 am grateful to so many both on campus and in the community who have helped ensure that we continue leading in affordability efforts for Arkansas students,鈥� Chancellor Drale said. 鈥淚t all started several years ago, with a transformative anonymous gift of $25 million that allowed us to launch the groundbreaking half-off scholarship. I am excited for this next step in ensuring 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock is affordable for all.鈥�

Future 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students can find out more information by visiting and can apply for free at using the code Trojans2024.

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Each session being offered focuses on a different aspect of marketing and communications, and the series is designed to provide additional support to the university community in sharing about the great things happening at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.

Each session will take place at 11:45 a.m. on Fridays throughout the semester. The sessions will be offered live at various campus locations and in a virtual format as well.

The schedule of topics and dates for the sessions are below:

Jan. 20 – Website Analytics – A Brief Tutorial
Jan. 27 – Marq: An On-Demand Design Solution Tutorial
Feb. 10 – Photography Basics
March 10 – Marketing your Program and Working with Admissions (In collaboration with Admissions)
March 17 – Website Accessibility Basics
April 14 – The Website: Where We Are and Where We鈥檙e Going

To attend one of the lunch and learn sessions, complete the registration form for the session you鈥檙e interested in attending. Once you鈥檝e completed the registration form, you鈥檒l receive access to the in-person session location and a link to watch the session virtually.

Learn more about the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock MarComm office.

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