The R1 and R2 universities in Arkansas spent $447M on research and development in fiscal year 2023. University of Arkansas leads with $222M.
| US rank | University | State | Tier | R&D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 130 | University of Arkansas | AR | R1 | $222M | |
| 135 | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Med | AR | R2 | $209M | |
| 307 | University of Arkansas at Little Rock | AR | R2 | $9M | |
| 316 | Arkansas State University | AR | R2 | $7M |