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Central Arkansas is found in Conway, Arkansas. Conway is a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at Central Arkansas.
The school is known for its programs in mathematics, family and social work, medical assistant and technician, and therapy and counseling.
Admission to Central Arkansas is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 470 and 595.
Central Arkansas has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 11,375 in 2005 at the school.
Central Arkansas offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Gulf South Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Central Arkansas
201 Donaghey Ave
Conway, AR 72035-0001
General Phone: (501) 450-5000
Admissions Phone: (501) 450-3128
Financial Aid Phone: (501) 450-3140
http://www.uca.edu
Central Arkansas awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 345 | business management, MIS, marketing, accounting, finance, business, insurance, international business |
| Liberal Arts | 263 | speech and rhetoric, sociology, history, English, library science courses, general studies, English composition, political science, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 176 | kindergarten/preschool teaching, business teaching, middle school teaching, college student counseling, elementary/middle school admin, reading teaching, school counseling, social studies teaching, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 173 | psychology, physical therapy, community health services, counseling psychology, psychology courses, school psychology, substance abuse counseling |
| Family And Social Work | 120 | family and consumer science, public administration, community organization, child care management |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 95 | audiology and speech pathology, radiation therapist, nuclear medical tech, clinical lab tech |
| Science | 77 | biology, chemistry, physics, biological and physical sciences, physical sciences |
| Medicine | 77 | health professions |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 46 | registered nursing |
| Media | 40 | journalism |
| Mathematics | 36 | mathematics |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 36 | occupational therapy, exercise science, athletic trainer |
| Art Studies | 35 | art studies |
| Music | 28 | music performance, music |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 14 | computer and info science, computer science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 9 | philosophy, religion |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 7 | environmental studies |
| Medical Adminstration | 2 | health care administration |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | industrial tech |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Central Arkansas in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,198 | 62 |
| Master's degree | 308 | 32 |
| Doctor's degree | 53 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 20 | 3 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Central Arkansas had a total enrollment of 11,375 students (10,349 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 86% |
| Graduate | 14% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 16% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 94% |
| Texas | 4% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
| Part-Time | 14 % |
Central Arkansas offers campus housing for 3,828 of its 10,349 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Conway, 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 | 5,830 | 3,966 | 68% | 2,503 | 63% |
| Men | 2,444 | 1,698 | 69% | 1,079 | 64% |
| Women | 3,386 | 2,268 | 67% | 1,424 | 63% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 575 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 595 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| 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 | 93% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (501) 450-3128
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,664 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,164 |
| Room and board | $ 4,320 |
| Room charge | $ 2,380 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,940 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,500 |
Financial Aid:
Central Arkansas participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 109200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (501) 450-3140
Central Arkansas has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | 21 | $81,017 | 4 | $74,291 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 10 | $68,090 | 7 | $70,182 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $47,083 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $44,064 | 9 | $44,911 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 36 | $72,777 | 25 | $56,104 |
*: 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 | 49 | $67,113 | 13 | $62,783 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 43 | $58,712 | 20 | $55,806 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 66 | $47,512 | 65 | $46,856 |
| Instructor | academic year | 24 | $34,804 | 69 | $36,461 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 10 | $38,982 | 30 | $35,596 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 192 | $52,990 | 197 | $43,460 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Gulf South Conference |
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 145 | 78 | 223 |
| Football | 83 | 0 | 83 |
| Baseball | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| Basketball | 14 | 11 | 25 |
| Track | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| All Other Sports | 22 | 61 | 83 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Insurance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Business Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Speech Teacher Education
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
Community Organization and Advocacy
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Cartography
Economics, General
English Composition
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
Geography
History, General
International Economics
Library Science, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physical Sciences
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Counseling Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
School Psychology
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Central Arkansas Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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