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 2021 tuition & fees of 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 grants or scholarships and the average aid amount is $5,865.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,557 and the 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 | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Sevices |
| School Type | Public, 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
2021 Tuition & Fees and 2022 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2021 tuition and fees of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith are $5,754 for in-state students and $13,026 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2021 tuition and fees are $8,433 for in-state students and $12,735 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2022 tuition & fees are $5,754 for Arkansas residents and $13,026 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2022 graduate school tuition & fees are $8,433 for Arkansas residents and $12,735 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 the Computer and Information Sciences program shows the highest salary with $60,300 after graduating.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,754 | $13,026 |
| Graduate | $8,433 | $12,735 |
*Updated with 2021 tuition data: source: NCES (National Center for Education Statistics)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,754 | $13,026 |
| Graduate | $8,433 | $12,735 |
The estimation for 2021-2022 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2021 Key Stats
The average graduation rate is 35%. Total 6,557 students are attending 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 the next table.
| Graduation Rate » | 35% |
|---|---|
| Transfer-out Rate | 14% |
| 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 designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The 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 several 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 |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 940. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $3,580.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 940 |
