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

aidofficeatfinaid@uafs.eduo 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 admissions@uafs.edu

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 72913-3649admissions@uafs.edu

uafs.edu • 479-788-7120 • 888-512-5466