School Summary

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith


General Information:

Founded in 1928, University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is seated on 170 acres located in Sebastian county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 18:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 1504. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State and Local control

Address, Phone and URL:

5210 Grand Avenue P.O. Box 3649

Fort Smith, AR
72913-3649
For more information call: 479 788-7000. This school has a website at https://uafs.edu/
Application information for this school is available at admissions.uafs.edu/admissions/apply-now


Application Deadline: August
Application Fee: $0
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Other Requirements: SAT, ACT or ACT Compass


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $5,940.00 $12,000.00
Room and Board $10,082.00 $10,082.00
Fees $3,188.00 $3,188.00
Total $19,210.00 $25,270.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://uafs.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Honors program, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Lower competition - Most freshmen were not in the top 50 % of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or below 19 on ACT; up to 95% of applicants accepted (not 100%).

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 0% 0%
600-699 0% 0%
500-599 0% 0%
400-499 0% 0%
300-399 0% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 5.4%
24-29 25.5%
18-23 55%
12-17 14.2%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 1%
11-25% 6.00%
26-50% 17.00%
Under 50% 76.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 2,158
Female 3,177
Total 5,335


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 2,169
Female 3,223
Total 5,392

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 5%
African American 4%
Hispanic 17%
Native American 2%
White 59%
Other 12%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 80%
At Least 25 Years Old 20%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 88%
Out Of State 12%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 14%
Live Off Campus 86%


Campus Picnic and Block Party, Haunted Union, Homecoming

Campus Activities Board, Phi Beta Lambda, Student Alumni Association, Non-Traditional Students, Grand Avenue Baptist College Ministry (Reach)


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 52.0213                                           Organizational Leadership
  • 23.1303                                           Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing
  • 09.0100                                           Communication, General
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 49.0101                                           Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 40.0601                                           Geology/Earth Science, General
  • 11.0803                                           Computer Graphics
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 15.0000                                           Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 14.0102                                           Pre-Engineering
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 50.0409                                           Graphic Design
  • 15.0303                                           Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 47.0105                                           Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 51.0602                                           Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
  • 52.0205                                           Operations Management and Supervision
  • 22.0302                                           Legal Assistant/Paralegal
  • 52.0402                                           Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
  • 13.1322                                           Biology Teacher Education
  • 13.1305                                           English/Language Arts Teacher Education
  • 13.1328                                           History Teacher Education
  • 13.1311                                           Mathematics Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1330                                           Spanish Language Teacher Education
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1203                                           Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 51.0909                                           Surgical Technology/Technologist
  • 51.0911                                           Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

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