University of Arkansas-Fort Smith (UAFS)

Type	4 year, Public
Campus locale	City: Small
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Medium
Dormitory capacity	940
Student to faculty ratio	18 to 1
Acceptance rate	56%
Students retention rate	67%
On-time graduation rate	26%

Located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, UAFS is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at UAFS is 18-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Arkansas is 16-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at UAFS is reported to be 26%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Arkansas state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 44% whereas the national average was 49%.

The retention rate of students at UAFS is 67% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Arkansas is 68%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at UAFS do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2015 admitted students

55.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$5,754

Cost of attendance at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith in 2022 for students from Arkansas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Arkansas's average	$7,808
National average	$8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$13,026

Cost of attendance at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Arkansas's average	$14,444
National average	$18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 97 of freshman students at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith received on average $8,604 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,604

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	430	53%	$4,873	$2,095,583
Other Federal Grant	714	89%	$4,594	$3,280,237
State Grant/Scholarships	423	52%	$1,160	$490,876
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	521	65%	$5,643	$2,939,789
Total Grant & Scholarships	780	97%	$8,604	$6,710,902

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith students is 26.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 32.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 19.1%.

26.3%

asian 33.9% 21 students
African American 17.1% 6 students
white 26.2% 176 students
hispanic 27.1% 39 students
International Students 55.6% 5 students
Mixed Race 20.0% 15 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Lone Star Conference
Basketball Lone Star Conference
Track and Cross Country Lone Star Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational
Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training

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