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About

History

Founded in 1871 as a land-grant institution, the University of Arkansas is the flagship of the University of Arkansas System. Our 27,000 students represent all 50 states and more than 120 countries. 

Education

The U of A has 10 colleges and schools offering more than 210 academic programs. 

Research

The University of Arkansas is classified among the research universities with the highest level of research, measured by number of doctoral degrees, research expenditures and scholarly productivity. This research and creative work is fundamental to moving the university into the top 50 ranking of public research universities in America.

We've identified six broad research strengths that stretch across multiple colleges and schools of the university. They don't cover everything we do, but they suggest how much we embrace interdisciplinary work: Health, Nanotechnology, Energy and Environment, Art, Architecture and Humanities, Food Safety, Supply Chain, Retail and Transportation.

Career

  • Employers: Hire Walton Students
  • Business Students: Chart Your Success

As a premier business college, the Sam M. Walton College of Business provides enhanced career support which complements the services provided by the university's Career Development Center.  

University Ranking

Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2023
501
2022
501 100
2021
601
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
601
2023
601
2022
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
1001
2023
1001
2022
1001
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
-
2023
750 -2
2022
748
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world.

Services

Student services

The Associated Student Government shall act as an organized voice for all students at the University of Arkansas, to effectively represent students in the University’s decision and policy making process, and to provide a broad educational experience for students, while promoting citizenship on campus and in the greater community. In doing so, ASG knowingly and responsibly recognizes the students’ roles in the shared governance at the University of Arkansas.

Housing services

Carnall Hall - Recognized as one of the Top 50 Hotels in the South by Conde Nast Traveler, the Historic Inn at Carnall Hall is the front porch of the University of Arkansas, offering the finest in gracious Southern accommodations.

Library services

The library system of the University of Arkansas includes the David W. Mullins Library and four libraries:

  • The Robert A. and Vivian Young Law Library
  • The Fine Arts Library
  • The Chemistry and Biochemistry Library
  • The Physics Library
2.1 million volumes and more than 56,000 journal titles

More than 200 databases and thousands of electronic journals 

More than 33,000 audio and visual materials.

ICT services

At the University of Arkansas, you can expect a high level of IT support.

Our mission is to provide computing, network facilities and services in support of instruction, research and administration of University of Arkansas students, faculty and staff.

Medical services

Pat Walker Health Center is the student health facility on campus  which boasts a medical center, a women's clinic, immunization and allergy treatment, psychological services and other resources to keep you focused on success.

Student Life

Campus life

  • The Chi Omega Greek Theatre is a popular place for concerts, pep rallies or simply enjoying the sun between classes. 
  • The Spoofers Stone has been a traditional place for marriage proposals since the 1800s. 
  • Arkansas Union includes a food court, fitness center, technology center, post office, Razorback shop, art gallery, theatre, ATMs and more.
  • Dickson Street, one of the state's most popular entertainment districts, is just a short walk from campus.
  • The Jim and Joyce Faulkner Performing Arts Center hosts many performing arts events on campus including theatrical performances staged by the Music Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre and Boar’s Head Summer Theatre.
  • Tasty Options on Campus

Sports facilities

  • Our campus recreation facilities provide an Olympic-sized swimming pool, fitness rooms, bike repair, a rock-climbing wall, racquetball courts and outdoor equipment rental. Check out the HPER building and the state-of-the-art UREC Fitness Center located in the Arkansas Union.
  • We play Quiddich, cricket, ultimate Frisbee, and just about everything else you can think of. Get into the game with our many Club and Intramural Sports opportunities.

Student clubs

The Office of Greek Life will provide and create educational leadership opportunities through common fraternal principles as a way to actively engage and build exemplary Greek men and women for life.

  • Alpha Chi Omega 
  • Alpha Delta Pi 
  • Alpha Omicron Pi 
  • Delta Delta Delta 
  • Kappa Delta
  • Kappa Kappa Gamma
  • Phi Mu 
  • Pi Beta Phi 
  • Zeta Tau Alpha

Accreditation

The University of Arkansas is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

University of Arkansas Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships for University of Arkansas. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
13 Oct 2024
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
50000 INR
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
UniCreds Fly High Scholarship
Merit-based

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Unicreds
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Aga Khan Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1250 USD
Deadline
15 Oct 2024
Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship
Merit-based

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SHAPE America
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
60000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
Postdocs in STEM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Zuckerman Scholars
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Marshall Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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The Association of Commonwealth Universities
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
Zuckerman Israeli Postdoctoral Scholars Program
Merit-based Need-based

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Zuckerman Scholars
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
OAS – The New School
Merit-based

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The General Secretariat of the Organization of American States
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2024
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)
Merit-based Need-based

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The International Peace Scholarship Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2024
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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SETC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Nora's Nursery Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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Nora's Nursery
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
10 Oct 2024
CouponBirds "Help to Save" Scholarship
Need-based

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CouponBirds
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
1,000 Dreams Scholarship Fund
Need-based

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Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Support Creativity Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Support Creativity
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Workpuls Scholarship
Merit-based

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Insightful
Location not available

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Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

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