Clinical Trials in Arkansas
Arkansas ranks #24 nationally by clinical-trial count, with 178 trials listed, all currently recruiting.
Among trials with a recorded phase, Phase 3 is the largest group at 74 trials.
The top conditions by trial volume are Schizophrenia (11), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (7), Melanoma (6).
178
Total Trials
178
Recruiting
#24
National Rank
19
Conditions
Trials by Phase
44
Not Applicable
10
Phase 2 / Phase 3
6
Phase 1 / Phase 2
8
Phase 1
26
Phase 2
74
Phase 3
10
Phase 4
Top Conditions in Arkansas
Top Sponsors in Arkansas
Cities With Most Trials in Arkansas
| # | City | Trials |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Little Rock | 145 |
| 2 | Jonesboro | 16 |
| 3 | Rogers | 15 |
| 4 | Fort Smith | 14 |
| 5 | Fayetteville | 13 |
| 6 | Springdale | 13 |
| 7 | North Little Rock | 6 |
| 8 | Hot Springs | 5 |
| 9 | Bentonville | 5 |
| 10 | Bryant | 4 |
| 11 | Conway | 2 |
| 12 | Glenwood | 1 |
| 13 | Harrisburg | 1 |
| 14 | Osceola | 1 |
| 15 | Texarkana | 1 |
Important: This information is for research purposes only. Always talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Arkansas currently has 178 clinical trials actively recruiting participants, making it #24 nationally by total trial count.
The most-studied conditions in Arkansas are Schizophrenia (11 trials), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (7 trials), Melanoma (6 trials).
Browse the conditions listed on this page to find trials recruiting in Arkansas. Each condition page shows trial details, eligibility criteria in plain English, and contact information. Always talk to your doctor about whether a trial is right for you.
Trial counts reflect currently recruiting studies listed on ClinicalTrials.gov with locations in this state.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, 2026.