• Who Are Arkansas Scholars?
• Why Be An Arkansas Scholar?
• What Are My Choices After High School?

Who Are Arkansas Scholars?

Arkansas Scholars are students in grades 9 - 12 in Arkansas schools who make grades of C and above in their academic courses, take the recommended courses, have an acceptable attendance record, and who don’t drop out.

Why Be An Arkansas Scholar?

• Arkansas Scholars are more likely to get a job after high school.
• Arkansas Scholars are better prepared for additional education after graduation - college, vocational, or technical.
• Arkansas Scholars will have a better chance for employment and higher income throughout their careers.
• Many businesses in Arkansas recognize the achievements of an Arkansas Scholar as a sign of quality education. As an Arkansas Scholar, you may have an advantage when you apply for a job. As an Arkansas Scholar, your high school transcript - courses you took and grades received - will have a red Arkansas Scholars sticker.

What Are My Choices After High School?
Attend college. Enroll in vocational / technical training. Join the military. Get a job.

No matter which path you take, your advantage will be greater if you become an Arkansas Scholar.