A conviction for DUI/DWI can have long-lasting effects on a person’s life, including the denial of an application for admission to a college, university, or other school. A DUI/DWI can also be the basis for probation, suspension, or expulsion from a college, university, or other school—and loss of scholarships—especially if it is the student’s second (or more) DUI/DWI conviction.

Consequences for a DUI/DWI conviction vary from school to school and may also depend on whether the conviction was for a misdemeanor or a more serious felony charge.

In Arkansas, a conviction for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) can indeed have significant repercussions on a person's educational opportunities. Educational institutions in Arkansas have the discretion to consider an applicant's criminal history, including DUI/DWI convictions, when making admission decisions. A DUI/DWI can be classified as a misdemeanor or felony depending on the circumstances, such as the number of prior offenses. The consequences of such a conviction may include denial of admission, probation, suspension, or expulsion from the institution. Additionally, students may face the loss of scholarships or financial aid. Each college, university, or school in Arkansas may have its own policies regarding the handling of students with DUI/DWI convictions, and these policies can be more stringent if the student has multiple offenses. It is important for individuals with such convictions to review the specific policies of the educational institution they are interested in attending or are currently enrolled in.