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UA Fort Smith is located in a small city, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at UA Fort Smith top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school often study liberal arts and production trades.
The admissions department at UA Fort Smith does not accept all those who apply.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
UA Fort Smith offers classes to 6,787 students (5,028 full-time equivalent).
The school has a large share of part-time students.
Tuition is fairly low at UA Fort Smith.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Arkansas - Fort Smith
5210 Grand Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649
General Phone: (479) 788-7000
Admissions Phone: (479) 788-7400
Financial Aid Phone: (479) 788-7090
http://www.uafortsmith.edu
UA Fort Smith awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 401 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies, general studies, English, technical and business writing, history, cartography |
| Business And Management | 100 | business management, accounting, MIS |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 94 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Production Trades | 86 | welding, precision metal working, machinist, machine shop assistant |
| Education And Teaching | 79 | early childhood education, middle school teaching, biology teaching, math teaching, history teaching, English teaching, music teaching, chemistry teaching |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 74 | computer and info science, data processing tech, computer applications programming, computer networking, web design |
| Engineering Technician | 49 | drafting, manufacturing tech |
| Office And Administration | 44 | executive secretary, administrative assistant, data entry |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 44 | radiation therapist, surgical tech, dental hygienist, respiratory care tech, radiographyer |
| Mechanics And Repair | 19 | industrial electronics tech, automobile mechanics, industrial mechanics, computer repair, electrical installation and repair |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 14 | commercial art |
| Therapy And Counseling | 11 | psychology |
| Law | 10 | legal assistant |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 1 | criminal justice and administration, forensic science |
| Art Studies | 1 | visual and performing arts |
| Science | 1 | biology, chemistry |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Family And Social Work | 0 | child development |
Number of programs and degrees for UA Fort Smith in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 519 | 26 |
| Bachelor's degree | 248 | 24 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 195 | 13 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 72 | 16 |
In 2005, UA Fort Smith had a total enrollment of 6,787 students (5,028 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 87% |
| Part-Time | 13% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 10% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 87% |
| Oklahoma | 11% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
| Part-Time | 27 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Fort Smith, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,691 | 1,682 | 62% | 1,278 | 76% |
| Men | 1,190 | 774 | 65% | 580 | 75% |
| Women | 1,501 | 908 | 60% | 698 | 77% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 75% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (479) 788-7400
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,830 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,720 |
| Room and board | $ 5,400 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 550 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,980 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,360 |
Financial Aid:
UA Fort Smith participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 111000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (479) 788-7090
UA Fort Smith has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 24 | 17 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 66 | 67 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $89,031 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $60,483 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 11 | $66,445 | 6 | $63,379 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 6 | $48,774 | 6 | $48,333 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 5 | $52,458 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 30 | $61,845 | 17 | $59,211 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $71,744 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 14 | $56,944 | 13 | $55,171 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 27 | $49,639 | 26 | $43,565 |
| Instructor | academic year | 13 | $37,586 | 23 | $36,820 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 3 | $38,667 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 60 | $49,289 | 65 | $43,927 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | short term | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | short term | 0 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 45 | 23 | 68 |
| Basketball | 16 | 15 | 31 |
| Baseball | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 8 | 8 |
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS
Cartography
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Technical and Business Writing
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Precision Metal Working, Other
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UA Fort Smith Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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