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University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Fort Smith, ARPublicCity Setting
Open Admission • 80% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is a public institution located in the city setting of Fort Smith, AR. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 4.1K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 80%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
4.1K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
80% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Associate's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT ReadingNot Reported
SAT MathNot Reported
ACT Composite18 - 23
1typical 50% range36
80%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing15% of degrees
Health Sciences9% of degrees
Biological Sciences2% of degrees
Engineering2% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,688
Earnings 5yr: $79,556
Debt: $21,823
Engineering, General.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $75,794
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $73,708
Earnings 5yr: $73,763
Debt: $24,250
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,074
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,817
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,470
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,625
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $58,435
Earnings 5yr: $34,796
Debt: $12,491
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,020
Earnings 5yr: $49,573
Debt: $19,148
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $48,712
Earnings 5yr: $51,318
Debt: $17,081
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,378
Earnings 5yr: $44,674
Debt: $16,500
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,275
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $23,500
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,097
Earnings 5yr: $43,211
Debt: $19,700
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,197
Earnings 5yr: $42,085
Debt: $20,304
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,509
Earnings 5yr: $43,544
Debt: $18,750
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $40,519
Earnings 5yr: $36,938
Debt: $22,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $37,641
Earnings 5yr: $42,814
Debt: $28,187
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $35,760
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $23,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $35,639
Earnings 5yr: $38,059
Debt: $13,140
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $31,742
Earnings 5yr: $30,737
Debt: N/A
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $41,021
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$10,574
In-State Tuition$7,334
Out-of-State Tuition$12,182
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
39%
Pell Grants
26%
Take Loans
52%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$35,925
+14% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$41,102
Completion Signals
38%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
70%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$10,750
Est. Monthly Payment
$116/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
38%
Men62%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 38% men and 62% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
48%
Part-Time Share
22%
Avg Family Income
$40,022
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