You may be eligible for an educational scholarship through the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery to help you with your studies.
If you already know details about this scholarship then you may just Scroll down this page and click the apply now button to begin, otherwise read on.
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has generated more than $1.1 billion in scholarship revenue since 2009. It makes the total number of Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarships awarded to date over 675,000.
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery produces winners—in terms of people, futures, and moments. For scholarships, the lottery has generated more than $1.2 billion in revenue since 2009. Arkansans have received more than 675,000 scholarships for higher education. More than $4 billion in prizes have been given out to lottery winners, along with more than $372 million in retailer commissions and more than $161 million in state and federal tax income.
On Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, search for the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery. For more information on prizes, winnings, games, odds, and promotions, as well as to join The Club for free, go to MyArkansasLottery.com. For special features like ticket checking, download our app, AR Lottery + Club, from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Call the Winning Numbers Hotline at 501-682-IWON to hear the winning numbers (4966). Call the National Problem Gambling Hotline at 1-800-522-4700 if you need assistance with your gambling addiction.
The Department of Finance and Administration Office of the Arkansas Lottery is charged with managing a lottery whose net earnings will be used to award grants and scholarships to residents of Arkansas for attendance at state-funded schools and institutions. For non-profit, public and private, two- and four-year schools and universities, scholarships will be made accessible. 23-115-102 of the Annotated Arkansas Code.
Under A.C.A. § 23-115-102, the lotteries are to be operated and managed in a manner that:
- Provides continuing entertainment to the public
- Maximizes the revenue generated
- Preserves the integrity and dignity of the process
- Is accountable to the public and the General Assembly through reports and audits
WHERE TO PLAY
If you are looking for a retailer where you can purchase your Arkansas Scholarship Lottery tickets, look no further.
You can also purchase tickets at Ticket Vending Machines, which are located throughout the state.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is being actively watched by the Office of the Arkansas Lottery. We are still primarily concerned with the security of our clients and workers, and we are working to contain the virus’s spread inside our local communities. In order to maintain the distribution of lottery products, supporting our retail partners, and conducting daily draws for our players, the Office of the Arkansas Lottery and our gaming providers have put in place continuity strategies.
During the epidemic, we have been actively managing the things that are under our control and will do so again if we can. Up until this outbreak is under control, we want to keep running the lottery.
If you have any questions, click here for contact information.
Q: How do I find information about scholarships?
Visit the Arkansas Department of Higher Education website or call 501-371-2000.
Q: How old do I have to be to play lottery games?
Players must be 18 years or older.
Q: Where can I buy tickets?
Look for the “Play Here” sign at retailer locations or visit our retailer locator.
Q: Can I use a credit card to purchase lottery tickets?
Besides cash, retailers may also accept debit cards and other non-cash, non-deferred forms of payment such as Apple Pay and Google Wallet apps. Purchase of lottery products with credit cards or checks is prohibited.
Q: Can I buy lottery tickets through the mail?
Lottery tickets can only be purchased from licensed lottery retailers.
Q: I live out of state. Can I still play the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery?
Sure, if you’re visiting Arkansas.
Q: I won a prize. What do I do?
Sign the ticket in the space provided on the ticket back. Tickets are bearer instruments, meaning if you lose a ticket before you sign it, you no longer have valid ownership of the ticket. Claim instructions and the claim center location can be found here.
Q: What are all the number codes on my lottery tickets?
Your lottery tickets’ various numerical codes are used by shops to validate them and to enrol you in The Club’s Play It Again® and Points for Prizes® programmes. For further details on how to enter these codes for additional chances to win, please visit The Club.
Q: What are “online” games? Can I buy tickets over the internet?
Only authorised lottery dealers are permitted to sell lottery tickets. Games that are generated by a computer terminal are referred to as online games. Examples include Powerball®, Mega Millions®, Cash 3, Cash 4, Lucky for Life®, and Natural State Jackpot. Computer hardware linked to a centralised lottery system distributes these games. The player selects a set of numbers, which are then entered into the system, and is then given a ticket with a special validation number. The winning numbers are determined by drawing. Quick Play games are instant play/win games produced by terminals.
Q: What is a playslip and how do I fill it out?
An online (terminal-generated) game such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, Cash 3, Cash 4, Natural State Jackpot, LOTTO, or Lucky for Life® is played via a playslip. Participants indicate the numbers they want by darkening a box next to each choice on a playslip. Retailers enter the playslip into the terminal, which generates a ticket by automatically reading the digits on it.
A shopkeeper may also take spoken numbers from players and manually record them without the use of a playslip. By checking the box on a playslip or inquiring with the merchant, players can decide to have the lottery terminal randomly select their numbers (“Quick Pick”). On the AR Lottery + Club smartphone app, users can now create digital play slips. The software will generate a QR code after the player chooses their fortunate numbers and game parameters. Gamers will use the QR code to purchase their ticket by bringing it to a store and scanning it there.
Q: What are the odds of winning a prize?
Each game has different winning odds. On the back of every ticket are the instant game odds. On the playslip for the game or at the game’s webpage by clicking “GAMES” above, you may get the odds for online (terminal-generated) games.
Q: How are the drawings conducted?
A random number generator is used for the Cash 3, Cash 4, and Natural State Jackpot drawings of the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) (RNG). Draws will be managed by ASL security personnel, who will also certify them. Following each drawing, players can obtain the winning numbers via the ASL website, any ASL shop, or by calling (501)682-4966.
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 9:59 p.m. CT, drawings for the multi-state Powerball® game take place in Florida. One (1) red ball and five (5) white balls are picked from a drum of 69 and 26 balls, respectively. Every Tuesday and Friday at 10 p.m. CT, drawings for the multi-state Mega Millions® game take place in Georgia. One (1) gold ball and five (5) white balls are picked from a drum of 75 and 15 balls, respectively. Every day at at 9:30 p.m. CT, drawings for the multi-state Lucky for Life® game take place in Iowa. A random number generator is used in the Lucky for Life® drawings (RNG). Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) personnel and certified by an auditor conducts the draws.
Q: Can I check my tickets with my mobile device?
Yes, players may now check their lottery tickets with our mobile app, AR Lottery + Club. Download the app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and log in or register to get started.
Q: How long do I have to collect a lottery prize?
For an online (terminal-generated) game like Powerball®, Mega Millions®, Cash 3, Cash 4, Natural State Jackpot or Lucky for Life®, players have 180 days from the draw date to claim a prize. For instant games, players have 90 days from the announced last day to purchase tickets for the game to claim a prize. For Fast Play games, players have 180 days from the date of purchase to claim a prize.
Q: What happens if I lose a winning ticket?
Tickets that are lost or stolen are not the ASL’s responsibility. There is no replacement for a lost ticket. You should sign the back of your ticket to prevent theft. Fill out the full back of the ticket if you are not going to cash it right away. This may improve your chances of getting a lost ticket returned to you.
Q: If a winner dies before collecting an entire lottery prize, what happens to the remaining prize money?
A lottery prize (or any portion thereof) that is unclaimed upon the demise of a winner will be given to that winner’s estate or to a trust that the deceased winner created. The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Act contains more information.
Q: I received a letter from an international lottery saying I won a prize. I didn’t buy a ticket. Is this legitimate?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, says most promotions for foreign lotteries are likely to be phony. According to the FTC, playing a foreign lottery through the mail or over the telephone is a violation of federal law.
Q: I have a question or complaint about lottery retailer procedures. Who do I contact?
Call the Security Hotline at 888-606-6292. It’s available 24/7 to assist retailers, the public and law enforcement with questions and complaints.
Q: How do I become a lottery retailer?
Contact ASL.Licensing@arkansas.gov.