Arkansas Division of Higher Education

It's clear to see. You should apply for the Arkansas Health Education Grant today! ARHEG is a great program for students seeking professional training in certain health-care fields at eligible, out-of-state institutions. sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De…

Did you know that filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is one of the eligibility requirements for state scholarships? Complete the FAFSA today at fafsa.gov!

Do you want to learn more about how the ACCESS Act is transforming higher education in Arkansas? Visit our website to review key aspects of the act — Acceleration, Common Sense, Cost, Eligibility, Scholarships, and Standardization! Visit access.ade.arkansas.gov for more!

Tina Moore joined other state leaders & national experts at the National Governors Association's Workforce Pell Implementation Lab in Washington, DC, discussing how robust data systems can enhance the Workforce Pell Program & how states can build the data infrastructure required.

Did you know that the Arkansas Career Pathways Initiative can assist eligible parents with college tuition, child care, transportation, supplies, and support for other college-related expenses? Learn more about eligibility requirements at arpathways.com.

If you are a high school senior who will earn at least 27 college credit hours before beginning college this fall, you may be eligible to request an increase to the sophomore funding level of your Arkansas Academic Challenge scholarship. Learn more at sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De….

Heather Maxey was recognized at the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board (AHECB) April meeting after resigning to serve on the Arkansas State University Board of Trustees. Pictured (left-right): ADHE Commissioner Ken Warden, Heather Maxey, AHECB Vice-Chair Lucas Pointer

Arkansas students interested in attending a college or university in the state should apply for the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship! Learn about eligibility requirements, funding amounts, and more at our website: sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De….

Are you an aspiring teacher in Arkansas? If so, consider applying for the Arkansas Teacher Academy Scholarship! Make sure to submit your application by the fall deadline of July 1. sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De…

Ignite your future with the Arkansas Future Grant! This grant covers tuition and fees for eligible students in qualifying STEM or state and regional high-demand certificate and associate degree programs. Get ready to hit the road to success! Learn more at sams.adhe.edu.

Check your scholarship status anytime through your SAMS account! Need help understanding what it all means? Learn more here: sams.adhe.edu/student/unders….

The Arkansas Heroes Scholarship is available to students pursuing a bachelor's degree at any public or private institution in Arkansas. Those eligible are spouses or dependent children of residents who were killed in action or 100% disabled due to service. sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De…

High school seniors who will graduate with a Diploma of Distinction or have earned an associate's degree can apply for the Governor's Scholars Non-Distinguished Scholarship. Learn about other eligibility requirements at sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De….

The Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship funds workforce training in high-demand areas of industry, information technology, and healthcare. Find out if you are eligible at sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De….

Have you applied for our state scholarships yet? If you haven't, visit our website to discover what financial aid you may qualify for!

The Out-of-State Veterinary Medical Education Loan Repayment Program assists eligible veterinarians who attended the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine and practice food supply veterinary medicine to repay federal student loans. sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De…

The Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship provides funding for students to conduct in-depth research projects in specific fields of study. November 1 is the deadline to apply. Learn more at sams.adhe.edu/Scholarship/De….

ICYMI: Alisha Lewis helped to close Connect to College and Career Month on KATV’s Good Morning Arkansas by discussing some of the updates to our state scholarships that came from the ACCESS Act and the importance of completing the FAFSA. 🎥 Watch: youtu.be/KhnDjlnCVsg.

If you prefer texting over phone calls and have questions about your state scholarship applications, you can send your inquiries to 501-371-2050. You can also sign up to receive text updates and reminders from us by texting "ADHE" to the same number.

April is the Month of the Military Child, and we were proud to join Monday's press conference honoring the sacrifices of our students in military families and celebrating the Purple Star Schools and Colleges that support them.