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EDUCATION FOCUSED ON YOUR FUTUREUAFS.EDU
STAND OUT AT UAFS
KNOW YOUR PROFESSORS
And they will know you too, with an 18-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio.
GET CAREER READY
Gain in- and out-of-classroom experience aligned with employer needs.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
UAFS faculty are highly qualified and experienced in their subject areas.
CHOOSE YOUR PATHWAY
From concurrent high school courses to a master’s degree, begin with us!
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BY THE NUMBERS
100%pass rate for
health science majors on
national board exams
96%of students
receive grants, scholarships or loans to help make college
affordable
22average incoming
student ACT score
6,823total enrollment
in fall 2014
1UAFS Theatre won 3 national
awards including Outstanding Performance & Production Ensembles
(Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival)
90%job and
graduate school placement rate in Information Technology
100%of Business programs
are AACSB accredited.
Many students score in the top 10% nationally
in the major field test.
87%of spring 2014
graduates found a job or were in
grad school within six months
student organizations100+
Rated No. 2 Best Value Schools for Criminal Justice Degrees - bestvalueschools.com
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Whether you dream of an exciting career right out of college or graduate studies at a prestigious university, UAFS can help you take your next big step.
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Communication, Languages, Arts, and Social SciencesBachelor of Arts• English• History• Media Communication• Music• Political Science• Psychology• Rhetoric and Writing• Spanish• Studio Art• Theater
Bachelor of Science• Criminal Justice• Graphic Design
Bachelor of General Studies*Associate of ArtsAssociate of General Studies
BusinessBachelor of Business Administration• Accounting• Business Administration• Finance• International Business• Marketing
EducationBachelor of Science• Elementary Education K-6• Middle Childhood Education 4-8 – Language
Arts and Social Studies• Middle Childhood Education 4-8 – Math and
Science
Bachelor of Science with Teacher Licensure• English 7-12• History with Social Studies 7-12• Mathematics 7-12• Spanish K-12
Bachelor of Music Education• Music Education – Instrumental Music P-8
and 7-12• Music Education – Vocal Music P-8 and 7-12
Associate of Applied Science• Early Childhood Education
Health SciencesBachelor of Science• Dental Hygiene• Imaging Sciences – Diagnostic Medical
Sonography*• Imaging Sciences – Leadership* (available online)
Bachelor of Science Nursing• Nursing• Nursing RN to BSN (online-only program for
registered nurses)
Associate of Applied Science• Radiography• Surgical Technology
Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and MathematicsBachelor of Science• Biology• Chemistry/Bioengineering• Criminal Justice• Engineering – Electrical or Mechanical• Information Technology• Mathematics
Applied Science and TechnologyBachelor of Applied Science* (online option available)
Bachelor of Science• Animation Technology* • Organizational Leadership* (online option available)
Associate of Applied Science• Computer Graphic Technology• Electronics Technology –RoboticsTechnology(certificate)• General Technology – Automotive – Welding•OfficeManagementTechnology• Paralegal Studies• Workforce Leadership
DEGREES AND MAJORS
EXPLORE ALL OF OUR DEGREES ONLINE AT: UAFS.EDU/DEGREE-PROGRAMS
*student required to begin in an associate degree or specificcoursesbeforeenteringbachelorprogram
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Career Connections• Internships with top regional employers
• Leadership through student organizations, student government
and service projects
• Military leadership and career preparation through ROTC
• Career Services center dedicated to providing guidance and services
to current and former UAFS students
• Babb Center for Student Professional Development empowers UAFS
students to develop the professional skills and personal attributes most valued
by prospective employers
At UAFS, we give you the knowledge, experience and opportunities that produce results.
Gain real-world experience, explore career options and make valuable connections:
Flexible LearningEarnyourdegreeonyourtermswithflexiblelearningoptions.
• Online and evening options
• On-ground and distance learning
• Online bachelor’s completion programs
OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND
“One of my favorite experiences was the Undergraduate Research Symposium. It allowed me to partner with a faculty member to gain the skills needed to conduct extensive research and present thefindings.Idevelopedcriticalthinkingskills,confidence,andabetterunderstanding of the world around me.
-HAYLEY HOWARD“
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Study abroad, study away• Maymester: Take a one- to three-week trip to study biology in Belize, business
in China, pop culture in Key West, and more
• Semester study abroad: Live and study in countries and cities such as Japan,
South Korea, China or Hong Kong• Summer study abroad: Immerse yourself into the language or culture of
another land
• Spanish language immersion: Spend a summer or a semester in
Salamanca, Spain
SEE THE WORLD
Recent student destinations
• Brazil• Czech Republic• England
• Italy• Mammoth Lakes, California• Washington, D.C.
“For Maymester 2015, I went to the Mississippi Gulf Coast for an ecology class. Our group explored the ecosystem and studied wildlife near the Gulf of Mexico. We received college credit and saw great sights.
-HENRY GUTIERREZ“
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Experience UAFS as part of a community of high-achieving students focused on collaboration, innovation, research, cultural interaction and community engagement.
Honors program advantages
• Domestic and international study trips• Funded domestic travel• Priority registration
• Reserved on-campus housing• Full-tuition scholarship
HONORS INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
academics.uafs.edu/honorsadmissions.uafs.edu/financial-aid/scholarships
OVER $600,000IN SCHOLARSHIPS
ARE AWARDEDTO HONORS STUDENTS
EACH YEAR
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• One-on-one academic advising
• Tutoring services
• Writing center
• Math labs
• Career services
• Veterans services
• Academic Success Center
• Counseling and health clinics
At UAFS, commitment to students isn’t a tagline, it’s a value we live by. Our faculty and staff are committed to providing you with all of the academic, social and personal support you need to achieve your goals.
OUTSTANDING STUDENT SUPPORT
“UAFS has opened up so many opportunities for me to be a leader! I am on the exec team in my sorority, the president of the Greek Programming Board, an orientation leader, and a Cub Camp counselor. Without all of these experiences I would not be who I am today.
-MORGAN KRATTS“
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Scholarships
Financial AidComplete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at
fafsa.gov beginning January 1, 2016. We recommend applying by April 30.
Scholarships DEADLINE
Full Tuition Scholarships:Chancellor’s Leadership Council Scholarship, UAFS Diamond
Scholars, Honors International Studies Program, First Bank Corp., Boreham Engineering
December 18require an additional
application
Merit Scholarships:Academic Distinction, Academic Excellence,
Academic AchievementMarch 1
Opportunity Scholarships:Sebastian County Academic Opportunity, Academic Opportunity,
1st Time Non-Traditional AchievementJune 1
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID
Arkansas students should complete the Academic Challenge Scholarship
(lotteryscholarship)applicationatadhe.edu.UAFS’sfinancialaidcodeis001110.
Tofindoutmoreaboutscholarships,seeadmissions.uafs.edu/scholarships
Full Tuition Scholarships require a separate application and are highly competitive.
We know that you and your family are concerned with how to pay for college.
UAFS offers a competitive range of scholarships to help you. Of note, we
have one of the lowest tuition rates in Arkansas and the region.
Last year, UAFS students received more than $54 million in federal, state and institutional financial aid and scholarships.
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A Financial ValueUAFS offers a high-quality education at a low cost, making it one of the most affordable institutions in the region.
TUITION AND FEES
For more on tuition and fees, as well as residency requirements for in-state tuition, see admissions.uafs.edu/financial-aid
Full-Time Tuition and Fees For One Academic Year
(30 Hours)
AnnualTuition
Mandatory Fees Total
Undergraduate In-State and Border States
$4,500($150 x 30 hours)
$1,822 $6,322
Undergraduate Out-of-State $12,300($410 x 30 hours)
$1,822 $14,122
Undergraduate International $12,750($425 x 30 hours)
$1,822 $14,572
Live in a gold state?Save some green!
UAFS offers in-state tuition to residents of bordering states.
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The university’s 170-acre campus – distinguished by the centerpiece Bell Tower overlooking an expansive, tree-lined green – has been recognized as one of the
cleanest, safest and most beautiful campuses in the nation.
• Tree Campus USA University designation – Arbor Day Foundation
• Floral Displays Champion – America in Bloom
• Best Maintained Campus in the Nation – Professional Grounds
Management Society
• Ranked No. 2 most beautiful campus in Arkansas – onlyinyourstate.com
New buildings on campus
• Windgate Art & Design
• Recreation and Wellness
Center – opening in 2016
OUR BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS
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Activities and Organizations
With more than 100 student organizationsatUAFS,you’llfindabroad range of activities to match your interests.
• Academic
• Arts
• Culture
• Fraternities and sororities
• Honor societies
• Political, religious and secular
• Special interest
• University outreach
Intramural Sports
Show off your athletic skills by
participatinginflagfootball,
basketball, Ultimate Frisbee,
soccer, softball and volleyball.
Some intramural programs include
tournament competition.
STUDENT LIFE
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GO LIONS!Lions Team SpiritThe Lions varsity athletics teams are truly something to cheer about. They include men’s and women’s basketball, tennis, cross-country and golf, plus baseball for men and volleyball for women.
• NCAA Division II
• Heartland Conference
• Nationally recognized men’s and
women’s teams
Love the Lions:• Join Numa’s Pride, the student
cheering section at arena games.
• Try out for the cheer and pom
squads, which perform at all
home games and some regional
and national events.
Root for the home team:•StubblefieldCenter,a3,200-seat
on-campus arena
• Crowder Field, a 1,000-seat on-
campus ballpark
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Lion’s Den Residence Halls
• Primarily for freshmen, with separate
men’s and women’s wings
• Suites with one-, two- and three-
bedroomfloorplans
• Movable furniture including loftable
twin beds
• Easy access to community kitchens
and lounge areas
• On-site dining hall
Sebastian Commons Apartments
• Primarily for upper-level and married
students
•One-,two-andfour-bedroomfloor
plans with kitchens
• Furniture including queen-size beds
• Gated parking
• Sand volleyball and basketball courts
Students who live on campus perform better academically than other students, with an average GPA of 3.0.
Live where you learn and take your college experience to the next level by living on campus. All units are furnished and offer convenient on-site laundry facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi and state-of-the-art security.
LIVING ON CAMPUS
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ABOUT FORT SMITHOUR COMMUNITY
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith offers a caring campus in the friendly city of Fort Smith, population 86,209, where all the makings of a well-rounded student experience are within easy reach.
• Outdoor life: Parks, trails and water recreation are all within the city limits, nestled between the Arkansas River and the Ouachita Mountains
• Local events: Celebrate culture, music and people at festivals and other free events downtown and throughout the city
• Shopping, dining and entertainment: Shopping centers, ethnic restaurants, movies and live entertainment are a walk or short ride away
• Affordability: Fort Smith was recently named by Forbes as the number one city in America for cost of living
• High-Tech Careers: Forbes recently named Fort Smith as a top city in the nation for highest-paying tech jobs
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“As a student, I love the beauty of our campus. Getting to show prospective students and their families what UAFS has to offer is such a reward. From the Bell Tower to the new visual arts building, we are nestled on one of the greatest campuses.
-TONY JONES“
Fort Smith is central to many large cities in bordering states whose residents receive in-state tuition.
3HOURS Oklahoma City
4.5HOURS Kansas City
2HOURS Tulsa
3HOURS Springfield
4.5HOURS Shreveport
6.5HOURS Jackson
4HOURS Memphis
5HOURS Dallas
2HOURS Little Rock
AN EXCEPTIONAL
REGIONAL CHOICE
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WanttoseewhereUAFSfitsintoyour future? There is no better way to learn more about UAFS than to visit! Learn more about what makes us an exceptional choice to help you reach your goals.
FUTUREVISIT YOUR
“I came to UAFS for the great scholarship opportunity, and I stayed because UAFS made me feel as if I mattered. I knew that I was not just another number added to enrollment, but a unique student the university wanted to help succeed and who could and would add value to this campus.
-KADEN AARY“
How to visit:• Schedule an individualized campus tour
and meet with a representative from the program of your choice at admissions.uafs.edu/campus-visits.
• Sign up to attend a Preview Day, an exciting campus program designed to show you what it means to be a UAFS student. Sign up at admissions.uafs.edu/preview-day.
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Now that you have learned more about UAFS, we want to learn more about you
and help you take that next big step in your life.
APPLYApplying is easy and FREE! Here is what you need to submit:
o Application for Admission (Apply for admission online at (uafs.edu/apply)
oOfficialhighschooltranscriptsorGEDscores(musthavea2.0ona4.0scale)
oOfficialACTorSATtestscores
o Immunization records
DON’T FORGETo Apply for our Prestigious Scholarship opportunities by December 18.
YoucanfindoutmoreontheFinancialAidandScholarshipspage.
uafs.edu/financial-aid/scholarshipsoGetassistancewithfundingyourdegreebycontactingourfinancial
[email protected] Once admitted, sign up for campus housing at
campuslife.uafs.edu/housingo Enjoy your journey as a UAFS student!
Contact us today for assistance with the application process at 479-788-7120 or [email protected]
Connect with us on:
WHAT’S NEXT?
Feel like a sophomore on your first day of class! Sign up for Cub Camp, our amazing freshmen experience camp!
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UAFS provides equal employment, admission, and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, or learning or physical disability. UAFS does not discriminate on the basis of disability in
admission, access to, treatment, or employment in its programs and activities.
5210 Grand Ave. • P.O. Box 3649 • Fort Smith, AR [email protected]
uafs.edu • 479-788-7120 • 888-512-5466