University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

4 year
7,352

Full + Part time Students
1:18

Faculty to Student Ratio
6%

Transfer Student Ratio
$12.3K

Avg. Financial Aid

UA Fort Smith has a rich history that began in 1928. We choose to remember and build on UA Fort Smith's origins, but we want to balance that with our commitment to the community to continue to grow and change as needs arise. We have modern equipment, fun activities, internships, a comprehensive group of associate degrees and bachelor's degrees, and a dedicated group of faculty and staff to work with you day by day. If you are an adult student who has been out of school and wants to return, UA Fort Smith will work with you to plan the next leg of your journey, designed to take you to new heights. We want to assist you as you move forward in the job you are in, or help you as you seek a new line of educational and career opportunities.

Over 1,500 courses transfer into University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

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Overview

Total Faculty	245
Full-Time Undergraduate	5,136
Part-Time Undergraduate	2,216
Application Acceptance Rate	54%
Transfer Students	406
Programs	59 Programs
Courses	1,588 Courses
Equivalencies	1,729 incoming Equivalencies 4,034 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$4,462
Out-of-State Tuition	$9,880
Books and Supplies	$1,246
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	42%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$6,367
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	71%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$5,888

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

UAFS firmly believes that cost should not be a barrier to the earning power and professional flexibility that only a college degree can provide. That’s why we keep our tuition low and offer generous financial aid and scholarship resources. View the net price calculator for an estimate of costs and aid.

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

Students must have a 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) cumulative GPA on all previous coursework to be eligible for admission to UA Fort Smith.
Official Transcripts:

Students seeking a degree from UA Fort Smith must provide official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (sent directly to the Records Office or submitted in an official, sealed, school envelope).
SAT Scores:

ACT, SAT, or COMPASS scores or previous college course work demonstrating acceptable reading, English, and math placement must be submitted by degree-seeking students. Additional testing requirements will be determined during the admission process.
Other Requirements:

Proof of immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella must be submitted. Immunity can be shown by providing a serological test confirming immunity or having received two doses of measles, one dose of rubella, and one dose of mumps vaccine.
Apply Here:

www.uafortsmith.edu/Future/ApplyNow

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Transfer credit is awarded for courses in which a grade of “C” or higher has been earned.
Credits (Min/Max):

The maximum number of hours transferable to a bachelor degree is 68 semester hours of lower-level (1000-2000) courses.
Transfer Policy Document:

UA Fort Smith Transfer Policy.pdf