Arkansas • State Lottery Guide
Arkansas Scholarship Lottery: Games, Rules, and Smarter Play
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery helps fund education while offering draw games and scratch tickets under published rules.
LottoExpert and SKAI are built for modern, responsible play: clear information, measurable analysis, and a
probability-first mindset—without hype.
Built on probabilities — not promises.
SKAI analyzes historical draw behavior and repeatable signals. It does not guarantee outcomes. Play within a budget.
How the Arkansas Lottery Works
Arkansas lottery games are designed around fixed rules and transparent drawings or ticket pools. Draw games publish schedules and prize tiers,
while scratch tickets publish game odds and prize structures that can change as inventories sell through.
The key to playing responsibly is simple: understand the rules, understand the odds, and keep spending bounded.
History of the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery was approved by voters in 2008 and launched in 2009 to generate sustainable funding for higher education.
The first tickets were sold on September 28, 2009. Since then, proceeds have supported scholarship programs that help
students attend two-year and four-year institutions across the state.
Arkansas Lottery Games Overview
Arkansas games generally fall into three practical categories. If you are using SKAI on this page, draw games tend to be the most trackable
because they have consistent rules and long historical datasets.
Draw Games
Scheduled drawings with fixed rules. These are ideal for long-term tracking, comparisons, and disciplined testing.
- In-state draw games: Arkansas-run games with jackpots and prize tiers defined by the Lottery.
- Multi-state draw games: National jackpot games offered through Arkansas retailers.
- Quick Pick: Optional random number selection that speeds entry and reduces selection bias.
Scratch Tickets
Instant outcomes with published odds per game. Because ticket inventory changes as packs sell, “value” is best evaluated with discipline:
budget first, then ticket selection.
- Price points: Scratch tickets span multiple denominations and prize structures.
- Odds differ by game: Always check the odds and prize table for the specific ticket.
- Limited-run releases: Themes and promotions rotate during the year.
Play Options
Many games support convenience options that help players plan entries and maintain consistent tracking.
- Multi-draw / advance play: Enter multiple upcoming drawings in one purchase.
- Same-number play: Keep number choices consistent across draws for clean tracking.
Why consistency matters for analysis
If you want to measure performance over time, consistent entry habits make your results easier to interpret.
SKAI is designed for repeatable testing and measurable decision-making—not one-off guesses.
How to Buy Arkansas Lottery Tickets
Tickets are available at authorized Arkansas Lottery retailers statewide. Purchase steps are straightforward: choose a game, select numbers
(or use Quick Pick for draw games), and decide whether you want a single drawing or multiple drawings where offered.
- Meet Arkansas eligibility requirements for lottery purchases and claims.
- Keep your ticket safe and sign it as soon as you buy it.
- For draw games, confirm the drawing schedule and entry deadlines before purchase.
How to Claim Arkansas Lottery Prizes
Prize claims are typically handled based on the prize amount. Always sign your ticket and keep it secure. For mail claims, use trackable
delivery methods to reduce risk.
| Prize Amount |
Typical Claim Method |
Common Requirements |
| Up to $500 |
Authorized retailer |
Signed winning ticket |
| $501 to $5,000 |
Claim center or by mail |
Signed ticket, claim form, photo ID |
| Over $5,000 |
Lottery headquarters (appointment recommended) |
Signed ticket, claim form, photo ID, Social Security card |
Claims must be made within the required claim window. For draw games, this is commonly measured from the draw date; for scratch tickets,
it is commonly measured from the announced end of the game.
Mail claim address
Arkansas Lottery Commission
Claim Processing
P.O. Box 3239
Little Rock, AR 72203-3239
Claims office
- Phone: 501-683-2000
- Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- In-person: 124 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1400, Little Rock, AR 72201
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (excluding state holidays)
Responsible Gaming
The Arkansas Lottery promotes responsible gaming through education and player protections. If play stops feeling like entertainment,
step back and seek support.
Confidential support
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
More resources:
myarkansaslottery.com/about/responsible-gaming
Where LottoExpert and SKAI Fit In
The Arkansas Lottery provides the games. SKAI provides the analysis. LottoExpert does not claim certainty.
SKAI evaluates historical draw behavior—frequency distributions, repeatable patterns, and measurable signals—so users can make more disciplined
decisions and track outcomes over time.
Use the SKAI section on this page to analyze Arkansas draw history, compare strategies, and keep your play responsible.
Closing Perspective
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery funds education and provides structured games under published rules.
If you choose to play, do it with discipline: know the odds, stay consistent, and treat analysis as a tool for decision-making—not a promise of outcomes.
LottoExpert and SKAI are built for the modern standard: less hype, more clarity.
