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Southern Arkansas University "feels like home" with personalized tour visits, faculty and staff who care about student success, and a caring campus community. SAU also offers traditional and unique academic degree programs that are ranked nationally for quality and affordability. The mission of Southern Arkansas University is to educate students for productive and fulfilling lives in a global environment by providing opportunities for intellectual growth, individual enrichment, skill development, and meaningful career preparation. The University believes in the individual's worth and accepts its responsibility for developing in its students those values and competencies essential for effective citizenship in an ever-changing, free, and democratic society. Further, the University provides an environment conducive to excellence in teaching and learning, scholarship, creative endeavors, and service. SAU is a quality, comprehensive, regional University expanding accessible and transformational learning experiences. Nestled in a quiet and beautiful part of south Arkansas, SAU is a great place to call home and study a broad range of academic programs, including unique offerings to the state and region. Along with boasting a complete college experience on campus, the University is a short drive from outdoor activities. It is central to many regional hubs, such as Texarkana, Shreveport, Little Rock, etc. As career and professional trends change, SAU initiates new degree programs to fit those needs. The latest additions include an exciting new cybersecurity computer science program, a unique Welding Engineering Technology SAU System program, and a new track in the MBA program for Social Entrepreneurship. Also off to a singing start is Arkansas' most affordable complete Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in music theatre, for which the curtains opened in fall 2015. SAU BFA students gain 70 to 80 hands-on hours specific to their field of study. In fall 2014, SAU established the only Arkansas engineering program south of Little Rock. This program was built on strong support from the regional industry, meaning incoming SAU engineering students will gain valuable internship opportunities and have high-paying jobs waiting for them upon graduation. These exciting programs follow SAU's induction in fall 2013 of the Computer Game and Animation Design programs — the first and most affordable complete degree program of its kind in Arkansas. The Rankin College of Business has added Entrepreneurship and the valuable Supply Chain Management programs. Even as new programs are added, SAU maintains a quality 17-to-1 student-teacher ratio that allows students to get personalized attention and keeps them from feeling like just another face in the crowd. In adapting to the busy lives of those who have already achieved bachelor's degrees, the School of Graduate Studies at SAU shapes advanced course work to improve opportunities and different careers. Many SAU master's degrees — such as the popular Master of Business Administration, the Master of Arts in Teaching, and the Master of Science in Computer and Information Science degrees — can be completed entirely online or custom-fit with a combination of in-class experience and online convenience. The Office of Financial Aid provides financial assistance to qualified students in pursuit of their educational objectives. Assistance is available through federal, state, and institutional programs, including grants, loans, student employment, and scholarships. Governing regulations administer all programs. Academic scholarships are awarded based on grade-point average, class rank, and ACT or SAT score. Performance scholarships are available in art, band, choir, and theatre. Other scholarships are available in athletics and rodeo. If you are eligible for an academic or performance scholarship, any other financial aid you are awarded may be applied to other costs each semester, such as books and supplies (some restrictions apply). The list of opportunities available outside of the classroom at SAU is as broad and diverse as the list of degree programs. While earning a degree at SAU, students can find a niche to match any interest through more than 60 student organizations. Through the Residential Interest Group program, SAU offers students the unique experience of living with others who share similar interests. Because of the record enrollments, including campus living, SAU is currently constructing two new residence halls at the north entrance to campus. Entertainment flavors the campus experience throughout the year as SAU offers professional entertainment, concerts, plays, movies, lectures, workshops, and intramural sports to round out the complete college experience. For die-hard sports fans and athletes, SAU is a competitive member of the NCAA Division II and part of the Great American Conference. Men's teams compete in baseball, basketball, cross country, football, track, and golf. Women's teams compete in volleyball, basketball, cross country, softball, track, and golf. In 2012, SAU added a sports fishing team to the school's list of extracurricular competitive sports. The SAU Rodeo Team is nationally competitive and consistently ranks high in regional and national intercollegiate competitions. Counseling is a process of exploring issues, learning new ways of coping, and increasing overall satisfaction with life. The counselor can help you clarify goals and find solutions to problems through careful listening, guided self-exploration, suggesting new perspectives for consideration, and providing new information. Counseling is not telling you what to do, how to feel, or who to be. Your initial interview with a counselor will help you identify which resources may best benefit you. View full university

Since its inception, the University of Arkansas System has developed a tradition of excellence that includes the state’s 1871 flagship, land-grant research university Arkansas’s premier institution for medical education, treatment, and research, a major metropolitan university, an 1890 land-grant university, two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas five community colleges two schools of law a presidential school a residential math and science high school a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The individual entities of the UA System maintain collective strength as well as diverse offerings that exhibit unmatched economic and social impact on the state. The UA System provides Arkansas communities with access to academic and professional opportunities, develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, and provides knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing society. The system enrolls more than 60,000 students, employs over 17,000 employees, and has a total budget of over $2 billion. An intrinsic part of the texture and fabric of Arkansas, the UA System is a driving force in the state’s economic, educational and cultural advancement. The University of Arkansas is a comprehensive, multi-campus, publicly aided institution dedicated to improving the mind and spirit through the development and dissemination of knowledge. The university embraces and expands the historic trust inherent in the land-grant philosophy by providing access to academic and professional education, developing intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, and applying knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing human condition. The University of Arkansas System believes that employees are the key to making the state’s most extensive university system operate at its highest potential. We also believe that a healthy workforce equates to a happy and more fulfilling workplace. The Arkansas General Assembly established the university in Fayetteville in 1871 as the Arkansas Industrial University. Under the Morrill Act of 1862, it became the state land-grant institution and first state-assisted college in Arkansas. On opening day, January 22, 1873, there were four teachers and eight students. Arkansas Industrial University became the University of Arkansas in 1899, reflecting the institution’s broadened academic mission. In 1873, the university established a campus in Pine Bluff, named Branch Normal College, and later designated as a land-grant institution under the second Morrill Act of 1890. The college separated from the university in 1927 and was renamed Arkansas Agricultural, Mechanical & Normal (AM&N) College. It rejoined the UA System in 1972 when it became the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the state’s oldest and largest historically black college. In 1879, the university accepted responsibility for the academic management and operation of a privately established nonprofit medical campus in Little Rock. This campus merged into the system in 1911 and is now known as the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. In 1959, the UA Board of Trustees created the Division of Agriculture as a separate administrative entity charged to coordinate an integrated agriculture program. The division is comprised of two central units: the Agriculture Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service. In 1969, Little Rock University joined the UA System, becoming the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, the state’s leading metropolitan campus. In 1971, Arkansas A&M College joined the system and became the University of Arkansas at Monticello. The UAM Colleges of Technology in Crossett and McGehee were added in 2003. Phillips Community College in Helena joined the system in 1996, becoming Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas. The college soon added campuses in Stuttgart and DeWitt. In 1996, Red River Technical College in Hope joined the system and was renamed the University of Arkansas Community College at Hope. In 1998, Gateway Technical College in Batesville joined the system with a county sales tax passage. It was renamed the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, serving Independence and Cleburne counties. In 2001, Petit Jean College joined the system and was renamed the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton. In 2001, Cossatot Technical College joined the system and was renamed Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas. The college is located in De Queen with satellite campuses in Nashville and Ashdown. In 2002, Westark Community College joined the system and was renamed the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, beginning its transition from a two-year to a four-year institution. The most recent additions to the UA System are the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts on January 1, 2004, the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service on July 1, 2004, and the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute in 2006. The UA Board of Trustees approved a resolution in 2012 to develop a System-wide online initiative, and the UA System launched eVersity – the state’s first 100 percent-online university – in September 2015. View full university

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings, and stellar faculty. For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth, and productivity while affording a fundamental need to its students – a chance to advance. The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty. At the same time, challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential. You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master's degree programs, and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops, and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad. Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department, and accomplished athletic program. Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON) addition, students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport, and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation-funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Academy. I plan to start a business; you can learn everything you need to know at the UAPB-ERDC Business Support Incubator located at 615 South Main Street, serving as a full-service business and community economic development outreach program. As the second oldest land-grant institution in the State of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a public comprehensive HBCU 1890 Land-Grant Institution. The University embraces its land-grant mission of providing cutting-edge research, teaching, outreach, and service programs that respond to the State and region's social and economic needs. Its mission is to promote and sustain excellent academic programs that integrate quality instruction, research, and student learning experiences responsive to the needs of a racially, culturally, and economically diverse student population. Ultimately, the University is dedicated to providing access and opportunity to academically deserving students and producing graduates equipped to excel through their contributions and leadership in the 21st century national and global community. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will be widely recognized as the University of choice for students, faculty, staff, and future employers of our students. UAPB will be renowned nationally and internationally for excellence in teaching, research, service, and outreach with exceptional academic programs and globally competitive students. As a pre-eminent land-grant institution, UAPB will enrich people's lives in the Arkansas Delta and beyond. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is committed to ensuring that each student has an opportunity to be academically successful, develop personally and professionally, and graduate prepared for a career or professional/ graduate school admission. Career Services is a centralized student service program designed to assist with the career development process. Our mission is to enhance career opportunities for UAPB students and alumni by maintaining partnerships between employers and the University, thereby providing more employment opportunities, further study, and career advancement. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff seeks to reach its highest level of academic and personal achievement. The Mission of The Disability Services Office is to collaborate with and empower students who have disabilities in order to coordinate support services and programs that enable access to an education and university life. Through our various student services and programs, we emphasize the importance of recognizing and embracing individual differences. In keeping with this Mission, UAPB is committed to helping students with disabilities obtain equal access to academic and programmatic services while allowing students to maintain a sense of independence. In 1873, State senator John Middleton Clayton sponsored a legislative act calling to establish Branch Normal College. However, it was not until 1875 that the State's economic situation was secure enough to proceed. That year, Branch Normal was established as an Arkansas Industrial University branch, now the University of Arkansas (UA) in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Its primary objective was educating black students to become teachers for the State's black schools. Governor Augustus Hill Garland, Arkansas Industrial University board chairman D. E. Jones, and Professor Wood Thompson hired Joseph Carter Corbin in July 1875 to decide about locating Branch Normal in Pine Bluff (Jefferson County) because of the town's large black population and its place as the primary economic center in south-central Arkansas. Corbin was subsequently elected as principal at a salary of $1,000 a year. The first class consisted of seven students. During the year, seventy-five to eighty students were enrolled, but the average attendance was forty-five to fifty the last three months of the school year. View full university

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) in Little Rock is the only academic health sciences university in Arkansas. We are the state’s largest public employer, with more than 10,000 employees in 73 of Arkansas’ 75 counties. UAMS and its clinical affiliates, Arkansas Children’s Hospital and the VA Medical Center, are an economic engine for the state with an annual economic impact of $3.92 billion. UAMS offers 73 baccalaureates, master’s, doctoral, professional, and specialist degree programs and certificates through our Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions, Public Health, and graduate school. Students attend classes at the UAMS main campus in Little Rock and our regional campus in northwest Arkansas. UAMS, with its intersection of education, research, and clinical programs, brings a unique capacity to lead health care improvement in Arkansas. Among its assets for leadership are its status as the only academic health center in the state, its statewide network of centers for public education and clinical outreach, its emphasis on population health, and its leadership in health informatics and statewide information technology. Also, UAMS has a unique capacity for translational research – speeding the rate at which research can inform clinical care and health improvement. The mission of UAMS is to improve the health, health care, and well-being of Arkansans and others in the region, nation, and the world by: Educating current and future health professionals and the public. It provides high-quality, innovative, patient- and family-centered health care and provides specialized expertise not routinely available in community settings. Advancing knowledge in areas of human health and disease and translating and accelerating discoveries into health improvements. The entire healthcare team relies on accredited continuing education to improve their practice and deliver high-quality, safe, effective patient care. Accredited educational activities address a full range of topics important to health care—from the latest medical research breakthroughs to providing patient-centered care. We work with non-accredited health-related organizations, medical associations or societies, and other organizations to jointly provide accredited activities. We also provide different planning services, from instructional design and curriculum development to a range of meeting planning and management options. Student success is a priority at UAMS. Our students are among the top in the nation, but sometimes they need a little assistance to maximize their academic performance. That is why we are here. We offer all UAMS students to help in achieving their academic goals. UAMS research is key to scientific/medical innovation in Arkansas. Our primary and clinician-scientists transcribe cutting-edge research findings into new identification, treatment, and prevention methods for cancer, infectious disease, imaging, substance abuse, and behavioral problems, to name a few. Researchers work with the American Heart/Stroke Association, Centers for Disease Control, Department of Defense, Environmental Protection Agency, Food, and Drug Administration, National Institutes of Health, and National Science Foundation, along with other national/international agencies and foundations to better the health of Arkansans. Just a few weeks before Thomas Edison invented the first light bulb in October 1879, eight physicians pooled their money and invested $5,000 to start the first medical school in Arkansas. The eight founding physicians were led by Dr. P. O. Hooper of Little Rock, and the street where many patients and visitors now enter the UAMS campus is named in his honor. The initial investment of $625 made by each of the founding physicians now represents nearly $4 billion in economic impact for Arkansas's state from UAMS and its affiliates every year. The former Sperindo Restaurant and Hotel in downtown Little Rock served as the first home for what was then known as the Medical Department of Arkansas Industrial University. As enrollment grew into the 20th century, the school was housed in several different locations, including the Old State House in downtown Little Rock. A new medical school was built in the 1930s with funding provided by President Franklin Roosevelt’s Public Works Administration. Additional funding was provided by a tax on beer and liquor assessed by the Arkansas state legislature. In 2014, UAMS opened the Neighborhood Clinic at Rahling Road, providing primary and specialty care to residents of one of the city’s fastest-growing areas. UAMS also launched its primary care service line in 2014, an organizational arrangement intended to better coordinate patient-centered services. A multidisciplinary Adult Sickle Cell Clinic and a multidisciplinary Adult Spina Bifida Clinic — both firsts for the state — were opened in 2014. It was a comprehensive rehabilitation clinic in northwest Arkansas, improving access to physical, occupational, and rehabilitative speech services. Enrollment at UAMS’ Northwest Regional Campus reached 206 in 2014, including students in the colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Health Professions and hosting 32 family medicine resident physicians. Today UAMS has programs operating in all 75 counties in the state, including eight UAMS Regional Centers, seven regional Centers on Aging, and one of the most successful Head Start programs in the nation. Throughout all its advances and growth as Arkansas’ only academic medical center, UAMS has remained committed to promoting a better state of health. View full university

The University of Arkansas at Monticello will be recognized as a model, open-access regional institution with retention and graduation rates that meet or exceed its peer institutions. Through these efforts, UAM will develop critical relationships and partnerships that contribute to the economic and quality of life indicators in the community, region, state, and beyond. The University of Arkansas at Monticello is a society of learners committed to individual achievement by: Fostering a quality, comprehensive, and seamless education for diverse student learners to succeed in a global environment. Serving the communities of Arkansas and beyond to improve the quality of life and generate, enrich, and sustain economic development. Promoting innovative leadership, scholarship, and research, which will provide for entrepreneurial endeavors and service-learning opportunities. Creating a synergistic culture of safety, collegiality, and productivity engages a diverse community of learners. Upon arrival at our beautiful campuses at the University of Arkansas at Monticello and our Colleges of Technology at Crossett and McGehee, one quickly discovers that we are a particular university. There is an opportunity for all students to succeed with certificate options, associate and bachelor degrees, and graduate degrees. We also pride ourselves on becoming a model open-access university by offering appropriate pathways to assist those who need a little more assistance before enrolling in college course work. It is our vision that UAM commits to improving the quality of life and economic indicators of our community, region, and beyond by providing access for all to achieve their dreams of a college certificate and degrees. The University of Arkansas at Monticello provides a rich and unique learning experience that equips students with the knowledge and skills required to continue in academia or succeed in any career. At UAM, you will discover that we are - as our mission statement declares - committed to "the search for truth and understanding through the scholastic endeavor." UAM's academic programs allow students to gain and enhance knowledge, communicate effectively, use knowledge and technology with intelligence and responsibility, and act creatively within their own and other cultures. Our educational opportunities encompass the liberal arts, basic and applied sciences, selected professions, and vocational and technical preparation. These opportunities are founded on a robust general education program and are fulfilled through contemporary disciplinary curricula, certification programs, and vocational/technical education or workforce training. UAM offers higher education opportunities for both traditional and non-traditional students, and we strive to provide an environment that fosters individual achievement and personal development. The University of Arkansas at Monticello is a special place. It is an encouraging and vibrant learning community and a close-knit family of students, faculty, and staff. At UAM, you will form lifelong connections and create unforgettable memories through simple things, such as peaceful walks around Weevil pond, studying under the trees, football tailgating near the Weevil Walk of Champions, and visiting the planetarium on rainy days, and watching an occasional deer dart across campus. However, the University abounds with opportunities beyond the classroom that can enhance your personal growth and development. In addition to our vital academic and professional programs, UAM offers athletics, recreation, health and fitness, and dining options, as well as cultural opportunities, clubs, and professional and social organizations. It is easy to get involved at UAM. Whether you want to play sports, join a club, serve as a student tutor, or experience other cultures, you will find an option that suits your personality or goals. UAM hosts over 60 campus organizations that provide exciting and interesting ways to learn life skills, make new friends, and enrich your educational experience. Career Services supports the mission and goals of the University of Arkansas at Monticello by providing career development, self-awareness, career exploration, career decision-making preparation, and professional opportunities for undergraduate, graduate students and alumni by providing comprehensive services, offering to program and by promoting strong partnerships with employers, academic departments, and the university community. The UAM Scholarship Application will match you with Institutional and Private Foundation Scholarships that you qualify for after completing the general scholarship application. Some private scholarships require an additional application. You will be given the option to submit an additional application for such scholarships upon completing the general application. To qualify for institutional scholarships, you must submit an admissions application, High School Transcript, and qualifying ACT/SAT Scores to the University. Student Special Services' mission is to ensure that students, faculty, and staff with disabilities are given the same rights and services as other students of the University. The UAM Counseling Center is available to help with these questions and more. We provide a safe, confidential space for students to process life's changes. College can be a time for important decisions, and the counselor can help empower you to make those decisions without making them for you. The primary mission of UAM's Counseling Services is to promote student wellness for the successful pursuit of educational and life goals, to enhance mental health and quality of life, and to improve wellbeing by providing professional and confidential mental health services. To accomplish its mission, the Counseling Services have a well-developed set of goals, consistent with the University's mission and its core values, including student empowerment, connecting students with resources, and supporting the UAM college community. View full university

UA Little Rock is dedicated to improving students’ lives and enhancing our communities. We will be a leading urban and metropolitan university that engages the city, the region, and beyond through excellent teaching, research, and partnerships. The mission of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is to develop the intellect of students to discover and disseminate knowledge to serve and strengthen society by enhancing awareness in scientific, technical, and cultural arenas and to promote humane sensitivities and understanding of interdependence. Within this broad mission are the responsibilities to use quality instruction to instill in students a lifelong desire to learn to use knowledge in ways that will contribute to society and to apply the resources and research skills of the University community to the service of the city, the state, the nation, and the world in ways that will benefit humanity. The UALR Diversity Council is excited to announce the Diversity Survey report conducted between October 2012 and May 2013. We want to thank the over 4,000 students, staff, and faculty who took the time to complete the survey. The data from this survey will help the UALR family understand our perceptions of diversity and help drive the activities of the Diversity Council. UALR values people with disabilities as an integral part of our diverse campus community. We are committed to the creation of usable, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming learning environments. This site brings together resources that help us make that commitment a reality. We encourage the campus community members to take an active role in creating a campus that reflects these values. UALR recognizes that people learn and work differently, which at times may result in a request by staff, faculty, or student-employees with disabilities for an adjustment to their employment responsibilities or the work environment so job performance can seamlessly continue. UALR wants the process of accommodating student-employees, faculty, and staff with disabilities to be prompt and easy. Department supervisors may use their discretion to grant the requested adjustment. Supervisors and employees are both welcome to consult with the Department of Human Resource Services as needed. The Department of Public Safety provides law enforcement 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Flashing blue lights identify emergency phones with direct lines to the Department of Public Safety. The phones appear in numerous locations throughout campus. Officers respond to emergency phones in use, whether or not they hear anyone speaking into the phone. Escorts can be requested by contacting the Department of Public Safety. An accessible van is also available for emergencies. Please inform the officer or dispatch coordinator when making the request. Disability is an aspect of diversity that is integral to our society and the UALR campus community. The DRC collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create usable, equitable, inclusive, and sustainable learning environments. However, there may be times when aspects of the campus, online environment, instruction, or design of courses result in barriers to inclusion or accurate assessment of achievement. In 1927, Little Rock Junior College opened to provide college-level courses to central Arkansas citizens who wanted and needed higher education access. In its first year, “Jaycee” – as students would soon refer to the new college – met at Little Rock Senior High School and enrolled approximately 100 students paying five dollars per semester hour for the college’s two-year liberal arts program. The early years of the new junior college were guided by the dreams and diligence of LRJC founder, John A. Larson (president, 1930-1950). Despite limited funding, Larson was determined to see LRJC flourish. In 1929, his aspirations for expanding the junior college were fulfilled when former Arkansas Gov. George W. Donaghey named LRJC as the sole beneficiary of a trust valued more than $2 million. An increased commitment to public service marked the school’s growth over the next decades as LRJC continually found new ways to meet the community’s educational needs. For instance, the school responded to Little Rock’s employment demands by offering vocational instruction in surveying and pattern-making and educated non-traditional students through adult education courses in art history, sketching, and literature. After several years of discussion and study, Little Rock University in September 1969 merged with the University of Arkansas to create the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. That was a significant step in the creation of a multi‐campus system that now includes eight campuses: the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville University of Arkansas for the Medical Sciences University of Arkansas at Little Rock University of Arkansas at the Pine Bluff University of Arkansas at Monticello Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas Community College at Hope and University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville. Within this structure, UALR is state-supported, operationally separate, and specifically oriented toward serving Arkansas's educational needs. The University of Arkansas merger began a rapid growth period, which saw UALR go from about 3,500 students and 75 full‐time faculty members in 1969 to more than 12,000 students and 500 full‐time faculty members today. The University’s expanded offerings now include more than 100 undergraduate majors, an extensive schedule of night, weekend, and off‐campus classes, and a wide range of community educational services. UALR began offering graduate and professional work in 1975, and the UALR Graduate School was created in 1977. View full university

Each semester, more than 7,100 students begin their future at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. Our students arrive with great aspirations, and our professors shape those aspirations into reality. We specialize in equipping our graduates with the skills and training necessary to succeed socially, educationally, and professionally. We provide students with a wealth of opportunities for academic, cultural, and social activities in an atmosphere that focuses on preparing for real life. Students who choose UAFS come from a wide range of backgrounds – from across the country and the world – yet they all have one thing in common: they are proud members of the Lion Family. Our faculty puts your education first. You will see many of their faces on your first day of classes and your graduation day. Let us get to work on your future. We are sure you will be pleased with the results. View full university

The University of Arkansas boasts a tradition unique among the nation's universities: Senior Walk, consisting of more than three miles of sidewalks crisscrossing campus engraved with the names of more than 175,000 graduates, dating back nearly 140 years. It is concrete proof of the university's commitment to our students. That 'students-first' philosophy is a big reason why the U of A is consistently ranked among the nation's top public research universities and best values. We work hard to ensure a low student-to-faculty ratio that promotes plenty of personal attention and mentoring opportunities. The Carnegie Foundation classifies the university as having "the highest possible level of research," placing us among the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide. Founded in 1871 as a land-grant institution, the University of Arkansas is the University of Arkansas System's flagship. Our 27,000 students represent all 50 states and more than 120 countries. The U of A has ten colleges and schools offering more than 210 academic programs. The Higher Learning Commission accredits the University of Arkansas. Our picturesque campus is located in Fayetteville in the northwest corner of Arkansas and includes two arboreta overlooking the Ozark Mountains. Some of the nation's best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. Fayetteville is routinely considered among the country's finest college towns, and the surrounding Northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The University of Arkansas is determined to build a better world by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, nurturing creativity, and solving problems through research and discovery, all in service to Arkansas. The University of Arkansas recognizes the challenge of balancing work with personal life. We proactively look for ways to help our employees do well in both aspects of their lives. This includes creating health insurance and retirement plans that work well, offering flexible work-time options where possible, promoting career and personal development, and giving paid leave for holidays, illness, vacations, children's educational activities, and military duty, among others. Founded in 1871 as a land-grant college and state university, the University of Arkansas established its campus on a hilltop overlooking the Ozark Mountains. There were few facilities and little money that the first academic year. However, the eight students and three faculty members who gathered for classes in 1872 showed the same dedication to learning and commitment to excellence that has carried the University of Arkansas into the 21st century. More than 140 years later, the university's enrollment is more than 27,000, and its students represent all 50 states and 120 countries. The university is the state's foremost partner and resource for education and economic development. It serves as the primary provider of graduate-level instruction in Arkansas. And its public service activities reach every county in Arkansas, throughout the nation, and around the world. The U of A leads the state in academics and research and is one of the nation's top public research universities. We are knocking on the door of being a top 50 public research university, and you can help us push that door open. We are also consistently rated among the nation's best values. We award $85 million in financial assistance and scholarships each year to students based on merit and need. High-achieving students can choose from prestigious fellowship programs — Honors College fellowships for undergraduates and Distinguished Doctoral and Doctoral Academy for graduate students. The U of A offers more than 200 programs of study in both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The Honors College brings together more than 2,600 high-achieving undergraduate students and the university's top professors. This "college within a college" boasts a select community fueled by discovery, creativity, and service. Honors students enjoy small, in-depth classes, priority registration, special housing, increased interaction with faculty, and enhanced hands-on research opportunities. Our diverse honors students unite around their shared intellectual curiosity and passion, traits that result in a lifetime of success. University of Arkansas students interview Tibetan refugees in India, study art and history at our U of A Rome Center, analyze business trends in Ireland and participate in community development in Belize and Mozambique. International experiences expand students' understanding of their world. We provide generous funding that opens doors. Our Office of Study Abroad and International Exchange helps students with step-by-step preparations ranging from program selection to funding options through pre-departure activities and returning to campus. Our campus values discovery. Learn, create, and collaborate while discovering what your future holds. The university offers more than 200-degree programs, many among the nation's best. Choose from 70 bachelor's programs and dozens of master's and doctoral programs. We encourage undergraduate research in nearly every discipline and foster investigation and inquiry from our graduate students. Move beyond the books. Life beyond the classroom means joining your friends at campus events, volunteering to help others, and ending your day with a swim or workout at the gym. Just don't sleep in the next morning. You will miss the class. View full university

The University of Central Arkansas aspires to be a premier learner-focused public comprehensive university, a nationally recognized leader for its continuous record of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, scholarly and creative endeavors, and engagement with local, national, and global communities. The University of Central Arkansas, a leader in 21st-century higher education, is committed to excellence by delivering outstanding undergraduate and graduate education that remains current and responsive to the diverse needs of those it serves. The university's faculty and staff promote its students' intellectual, professional, social, and personal development through innovations in learning, scholarship, and creative endeavors. Students, faculty, and staff partner to create strong engagement with the local, national, and global communities. The University of Central Arkansas dedicates itself to academic vitality, integrity, and diversity. We are dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty, and staff population and enhanced multicultural learning opportunities. We value the opportunity to work, learn, and develop in a community that embraces the diversity of individuals and ideas, including race, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, gender, marital status, socioeconomic background, physical ability, political affiliation, and intellectual perspective. We are committed to ethical and responsible behavior in our actions and developing the same commitment in our students, thus fostering individuals who will have the skills, knowledge, and ability to engage positively with a diverse and changing world. Our commitment extends to all levels of our campus to foster a climate of ethical conduct, respect, responsibility, and trust. UCA offers a well-rounded and exciting college experience: engaging academics, exciting sports, and a superb location. Student Life provides opportunities for learning, leadership, community building, creative expression, volunteerism, mentoring, and much more. UCA offers over 200 student organizations, clubs, and recreational activities to help students engage in campus life and to become active members of the UCA community. The UCA Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services strives to uphold integrity with exemplary standards of service. Through a comprehensive recruitment and admissions process, we advance the university's enrollment goals by cultivating relationships with undergraduate students and families, supporting their pursuit of higher education, and promoting engagement within the community. In support of the university mission statement, the Student Financial Aid Office is dedicated to assisting our diverse student population in accessing aid programs to achieve their educational goals. The office strives to remove financial barriers for prospective and current students by positively and professionally providing financial resources while complying with federal, state, and institutional guidelines. The mission of the Disability Resource Center (DRC) is to create an accessible and inclusive environment where a student's educational potential is maximized through the fostering of independence, self-advocacy, and individual holistic development. The Division of International Engagement integrates all university international activities and initiatives. To prepare students, faculty, staff, and community for the global experience of the 21st century, International Engagement creates a supportive, diverse, and collaborative community on campus and in the greater area through cultural and educational programming. International Engagement fosters an environment that empowers students to become compassionate leaders, global citizens, and lifelong scholars. View full university

Arkansas Baptist College, originally named the Minister's Institute, was founded in 1884 by the Colored Baptists of Arkansas during their annual convention at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Little Rock. The primary objective of the institute was to raise the educational level within the negro ministry. The secondary objective was to aid the state in making higher education available to young negro men and women. Most of the school's students were trained in the ministry, and today, Religious Studies continues to be one of the College's significant areas of matriculation. In April 1885, the College's name was changed to Arkansas Baptist College, and the school moved to 16th and High Street, where the campus is currently located; however, the formal address is now 1621 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Drive. Thirteen presidents have served as institutional leaders of Arkansas Baptist College from 1887 through 2016. In August 2016, The Arkansas Baptist College Board of Trustees selected Dr. Joseph L. Jones as the College's 14th President. As President, Dr. Jones' promise to the College is to continue the College's efforts to remain steadfast in its journey, becoming recognized as an outstanding institution of higher education. Arkansas Baptist College is an urban Historically Black College located in the historic Little Rock Central High District. It also neighbors the Wright Avenue District and the famous Paul Lawrence Dunbar Junior High School. The College is the only Baptist-affiliated Historically Black college west of the Mississippi and has a student population of one thousand from all across the United States. Founded in 1884 as the Minister's Institute, the College continues to be supported by the Consolidated Missionary Baptist State Convention. Arkansas Baptist College prepares students for a life of service grounded in academic scholarship, the liberal arts tradition, social responsibility, Christian development, and preparation for employment in a global community. Arkansas Baptist College offers degrees in business administration, human services, criminal justice, and religious studies. The College also offers two-year associate liberal arts degrees and certificate programs. As one of Arkansas' most affordable institutions of higher education, the College strives to attract students who desire a personalized approach to their education with smaller classes, dedicated instructors, a sense of community, and spiritual values and principles integrated throughout their collegiate experience. The Division of Enrollment Management and Retention provides a cohesive experience throughout all phases of the student lifecycle, from admissions and enrollment process, through graduation and beyond. The Division of Enrollment Management and Retention supports a more connected, comprehensive, and student-centered approach to the student experience. It integrates the academic experience with student life beyond the classroom. A student who previously attended another college may enter Arkansas Baptist College as a transfer student depending on the nature of the academic record. Some or all of the credits earned may be transferred to Arkansas Baptist College. Students who have satisfactorily completed courses at an accredited institution may be admitted to regular standing with such advanced credit as their previous records may warrant. Arkansas Baptist College has a large African American student population consisting of over 94%. The Race Summary Report highlights the diversity of enrollment composition. This area of the college website is designed to provide you with information about our range of programs and services that will hopefully enrich your Arkansas Baptist College experience. ABC is devoted to creating a campus environment that supports your intellectual, personal, spiritual, and professional development. Whether you reside on campus or commute to campus, your engagement in the Arkansas Baptist College community's life will determine your success and the quality of your college experience. The Division of Student Affairs is deeply committed to Arkansas Baptist College's educational mission. ABC provides programs and services that are designed to enrich your college experience. Arkansas Baptist College is a student-first oriented college that focuses on developing and building academic achievements. In return, students are provided with personal and professional growth. Arkansas Baptist College is committed to accommodating a holistic learning environment in meeting life-long learning. The Division of Student Affairs and our staff are here to support you in reaching your highest potential. Please feel free to contact us regarding your academic, professional, and personal goals. The purpose of the Division of Student Affairs at Arkansas Baptist College is to create a campus culture that reflects and advances the tradition of moral and Christian education. We seek to create, for, and with our students, and intentional family base community that will set the highest standards of academic, social, moral, and spiritual excellence through the fundamental ideals of a Baptist education. The Arkansas Baptist College (ABC) Office of Student Activities plays an essential role in building the overall college experience foundation. Student Activities' goal is to complement academic programs striving diligently to ensure that education does not stop at the classroom doors. To this end, we work closely with faculty and staff across the campus to seamlessly link curricular and extracurricular activities. We are committed to building a community of leaders for tomorrow. Getting involved in student activities, organizations, clubs, and committees is an excellent way to develop leadership potential and enhance the college experience. View full university

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is rich in history and is now one of the fastest-growing universities. Tech is an excellent university in a great location. For more quick facts on Tech, check out Tech-At-A-Glance or take a campus tour, and we will prove to you that we offer world-class instruction, outstanding facilities, student-first focus, and a great value. Tech provides a campus small enough for individual attention, yet large enough for quality education. When you consider that our graduation rate is among the highest in the state, region, and nation, its clear Tech is just the right size. Here at Tech, we strive to assist our students in any way possible. Our offices of Admissions and Financial Aid are ready to help you join our University. Tech even has an office dedicated to our International Students. Arkansas Tech University is dedicated to student success, access, and excellence as an active campus community, providing opportunities for progressive intellectual development and civic engagement. Embracing and expanding upon its technological traditions, Tech inspires and empowers community members to achieve their goals while striving for the betterment of Arkansas, the nation, and the world. Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public higher education institution committed to teaching and learning supported by scholarship and service. ATU is regionally accredited as an institution through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), with many individual programs accredited through appropriate professional organizations. The primary purpose of Student Financial Aid at Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus is to assist students who, without aid, would be unable to attend college. All awards are administered by the Financial Aid Office by State and Federal Regulations and the University's equal educational opportunity policy. Student Success at Arkansas Tech University offers students a variety of opportunities to become engaged through diverse development programs. These services are designed to help students adapt to university life, complete a degree, and transition from college to career. The Office of Institutional Research provides reporting and decision-making data and information to both internal and external constituents in support of efforts to improve the University's quality and functioning. Our purpose is to serve as a resource and support for the activities of the Arkansas Tech community. We take the mission statement provided below very seriously. Please contact us with any questions, requests, or comments. The Office of Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness (OAIE) facilitates the collaborative culture of assessment and continuous improvement of Arkansas Tech University's academic and administrative programs and services. By providing resources and technical expertise to assist in the systematic development, review, and collection of data, the OAIE guides the University in the reflective practices that lead to evidence-based decision making. While academic achievement leading to graduation is the reason for attending Arkansas Tech University, the experiences that students have outside the classroom prove to have a lifelong impact. Through campus life, experiences enhance maturity, leadership, time management, friendship, career development, civic engagement, and many other essential life skills. The program's purpose is to provide outdoor opportunities to aid student learning and personal development and enhance the quality of life for Arkansas Tech University students, faculty, and staff. We want you to stay in touch with the outdoors. Here's your opportunity to participate in a variety of sports with different competitive levels, no matter your previous experience or ability. Join a fitness class such as Zumba, Bootcamp, yoga, and more. Explore the Ozarks with trips to scenic views in the state, white-water rafting down the Big Piney, playing paintball, zip-lining, fly-fishing, and other outdoor trips. Whether you want to participate in intramural sports, join a sports club, jump into group fitness, explore the Ozarks, or check out a mountain bike, kayak, hammock, or camping tent. Participating in campus Recreation is not only fun but also impacts physical fitness and emotional health. With so many different offerings, there are limitless opportunities for students to get involved on campus and meet new people through Campus Recreation. LEAD Academy is a three-phase leadership development program at Arkansas Tech. This program is designed to prepare students to take on leadership roles within the campus, community, and future by discovering individual strengths and applying leadership techniques. Each of the three phases allows students to examine how they approach leadership and learn skills to enhance their experiences. Arkansas Tech University, located in Russellville, Ark., is situated in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley Tri-Peaks region. Nestled between the beautiful Ozark and Ouachita Mountains and Lake Dardanelle State Park, Russellville offers small-town appeal with city benefits. With a population of almost 25,000, Russellville is only an hour from the capital city. In Russellville, you will find forest-covered mountains, rivers, and streams that provide ideal conditions for hunting, fishing, water sports, camping, and other outdoor sports and activities. Youll also finds arts and cultural events presented by Main Street Russellville and the River Valley Arts Center. Russellville is home to many nationally recognized retailers, including J.C. Penney, Wal-mart, Goodys, Belk, Hibbett Sports, Hobby Lobby, GNC, Hastings Entertainment, Alco, Lowes, Bath & Body Works, Hallmark, Maurices, Staples, and Payless Shoes. The Historic downtown area also offers a variety of specialty shops. Many local businesses participate in Techs Student Government Association Student Discount Program. View full university

Arkansas State University developed from an agricultural school founded on April 1, 1909, by Act 100 of the 37th Arkansas General Assembly. It was created as one of four Arkansas high schools to teach agriculture, horticulture, and the art of textile manufacturing. Today, the university grants bachelor's, masters, and doctoral degrees through its various colleges. With cutting-edge research capabilities, Arkansas State is building on its first hundred years and looking to the future. Applying to college is a thrilling experience, and we're thrilled that you're considering Arkansas State University. We want to do everything possible to answer your questions, guide you through the admission process, and introduce you to ASU. A university ranked among the best in the south. A city that's proliferating and embraces its hometown university. A diverse, dynamic, and friendly community to call your own. 156 fields of study. Caring faculty members who go the extra mile to inspire their students. Over 60,000 alumni who continue to transform communities across the globe. Over 200 student organizations, 16 NCAA Division 1 teams, and unlimited passion for Red Wolves. ASU students have lived in nearly every state and nearly 70 countries. They've graduated from every type of secondary school. They've been science fair winners, high school newspaper editors, athletes, actors, anime experts, musicians, class clowns, artists, volunteers, dreamers, and class officers. At ASU, they come together to create a vibrant, ever-changing, diverse community where lively conversations lead to enduring friendships. Graduate students are an integral part of our research, teaching, and service mission at Arkansas State. The Graduate School believes that graduate study should be viewed as part of well-rounded life experience and offers many programs to help support and enrich our students' lives.It is always the right time to expand your horizons, improving your mind, and extending your education. The Graduate School staff are proud to assist you in achieving your goals of an academic career, a new profession, or another life path of your choosing. Dr. Eugene Smith served as interim President a second time during the 1994-95 academic year to lead the university in conducting a nationwide search for a president. During that year, he saw the culmination of his previous library expansion efforts when President William Jefferson Clinton dedicated the completed project and became the first sitting President to visit the campus. After an extensive search, Dr. Les Wyatt was recruited from the University of Mississippi and arrived in the summer of 1995. Wyatt's presidency ushered in a new era of campus building expansion, continued enrollment growth, a new emphasis on research, and new methods of program delivery, including advances in distance learning and development of new campuses and instructional sites throughout the state. The new millennium brought an enhanced research reputation with the Arkansas Biosciences Institute's opening, part of a collaborative effort among five institutions to conduct agricultural and medical research to improve the health of Arkansans. Adding to ASU's growing recognition in research, new doctoral programs were added, including PhD's in Environmental Sciences, Molecular Biosciences, and Heritage Studies. The campus has become increasingly more student-focused. Many new facilities have been developed to meet students' needs and interests, including campus housing alternatives and a new Student Union. Campus construction continued in other areas as well, much of it through private gifts, including a $20 million gift from the Reynolds Foundation for a Reynolds Center for Health Sciences. In contrast to the many new buildings on campus, one student facility came down with a bang when the Twin Towers residence hall was imploded in front of a massive crowd of spectators in 2008. Another significant change occurred in 2008 when the university's long-time athletic mascot was retired, and the ASU Indians became the Red Wolves. The growth of ASU's satellite campuses led to the official creation of a system office in 2006, with Wyatt remaining as President of the System, and Dr. Robert L. Potts becoming the first chancellor for the ASU-Jonesboro campus. Dr. Potts' term emphasized enrollment growth, continuing expansion of research efforts, diversity initiatives, new facilities to accommodate enrollment growth, and aggressive fund-raising efforts to meet growing campus needs. Dr. Tim Hudson was appointed chancellor in the spring of 2012. Under his leadership, Arkansas State has initiated several projects transforming the Jonesboro campus into a destination university. A-State is working to establish the first American-style university campus operated by a U.S. college in Mexico and has joined with the New York Institute of Technology to locate a College of Osteopathic Medicine in Jonesboro. Preparing the next generation of leaders with a commitment toward a global mindset is an institutional priority. Programs to improve residences through living-learning communities, such as the Honors LLC and the opening of Sorority Row, generated a record for Arkansas State's on-campus student population in 2013-14. For the past two years, A-State has welcomed the most academically prepared freshman class (i.e., highest ACT scores, and high school GPAs). The Carl R. Reng Student Union has been named one of the top 30 in the country. Expansion of Centennial Bank Stadium with a new press box, suites and club seating is complete as a result of surging enthusiasm for the Red Wolves football program, which has won the Sun Belt Conference championship four of the last five years and made four straight GoDaddy Bowl appearances, followed by a New Orleans Bowl appearance in 2015. View full university