University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
About University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UAFS is a public university in Fort Smith, Arkansas. It offers affordable programs in business, nursing, education, and the sciences and serves the Arkansas River Valley region.
Founded
1928
Location
Fort Smith, Arkansas
Students
4,128
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
80.5%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
37.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,334
Out-of-state: $12,182
Avg Net Price
$10,574
After financial aid
SAT Average
1050
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$41,102
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jul 31
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepts the majority of applicants at 80.5%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1050/ 1600
Average: 1050 out of 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.8%
4-Year Grad
17%
6-Year Grad
24%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
60.2%
$/Student
$7.6K
Class Size
Large
The 17% graduation rate is below average, but 69.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,334
In-State
$12,182
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,082
Books & Supplies
$1,416
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,048
After Financial Aid
$10,574
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,890
Receive Grants
39.1%
Take Loans
25.7%
The full cost of attendance is about $19,048/yr for in-state students, including $10,082 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,574. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $12,182.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith fund their education.
While in School
39.1%
Get Grants
Free money
25.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,173
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$193/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 25.7% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,250. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.
Gender
62.2%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,091
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
37
Graduates
48.4%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
15.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 48.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
4,091
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith fields 6 varsity teams with 144 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Lone Star
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
144
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
86
Men
58
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Arkansas-Fort Smithearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,102
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
248 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$27K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$33K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$30K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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