The bill amends the existing law regarding the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts, specifically focusing on the tuition and fees associated with the school's residential and online programs. It stipulates that students who are residents of Arkansas selected for the school's residential programs will not be required to pay tuition, fees, or room and board. However, students from other countries attending the school will be responsible for their tuition, fees, and room and board costs as determined by the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for students enrolled in the school's online programs, stating that they will be required to pay tuition and fees as established by the Board of Trustees. This amendment clarifies the financial responsibilities of both in-state and out-of-state students, ensuring that the tuition structure is explicitly defined for all types of enrollment at the school.

Statutes affected:
Old version SB522 Original - 3-19-2025 03:05 PM: 6-42-304(c)
Old version SB522 V2 - 3-20-2025 03:43 PM: 6-42-304(c)
SB 522: 6-42-304(c)
Act 648: 6-42-304(c)