University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith (UA Fort Smith) is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Fort Smith, AR. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree. The 2020 tuition & fees at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is $5,754 for Arkansas residents and $13,026 for out-of-state students. 73% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grant or scholarships and the average aid amount is $5,865 at UA Fort Smith. The school has a total enrollment of 6,557 and student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%). The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $35,000. The salary range after graduation from UA Fort Smith varies by field of study and the average salary range $20,600 to $60,300.
Directory Information
| Address | 5210 Grand Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 479-788-7000 |
| WEB | uafs.edu/ |
| Admission | admissions.uafs.edu/ |
| Online Application | admissions.uafs.edu/admissions/apply-now |
| Financial Aid | admissions.uafs.edu/financial-aid/financial-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | admissions.uafs.edu/sites/admissions.uafs.edu/files/Departments/Financial/documents/np_calc/npcalc.htm |
| Athletic | uafs.edu/sites/default/files/Departments/IE/ie-adhe-athleticgradrates-2014.pdf |
| Disability Service | academics.uafs.edu/academic-success/ada-services |
| School Type | Public, 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
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2020 Tuition & Fees and 2021 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2020 tuition and fees are $5,754 for in-state students and $13,026 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2020 tuition and fees are $8,433 for in-state students and $12,735 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2021 tuition & fees are $5,920 for Arkansas residents and $13,396 for out-of-state students. The estimated 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $8,291 for Arkansas residents and $12,402 for out-of-state students.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $35,000. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where Computer and Information Sciences program shows the highest salary with $60,300 after graduating from University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,754 | $13,026 |
| Graduate | $8,433 | $12,735 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,920 | $13,396 |
| Graduate | $8,291 | $12,402 |
The estimation for 2020-2021 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2020 Key Stats
The average graduation rate is 32%. Total 6,557 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in next table.
| Graduation Rate » | 32% |
|---|---|
| Transfer-out Rate | 21% |
| Retention Rate | 64%(full-time), 50% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.88% (17 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 6,557 (6,531 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $5,865 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $35,000 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $20,600 - $60,300 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs which designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers . Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
UA Fort Smith provides a number of student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 940 |
