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TRANSFER GUIDE 2021–2022 TRANSFER.UARK.EDUNATIONALLY COMPETITIVE. STUDENT CENTERED. RESEARCH UNIVERSITY.apply.uark.edu1
At the University of Arkansas, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our academic andservice mission. It is our goal to foster a culture of inclusion and respect, where every member of the campuscommunity is valued, supported, and successful.2apply.uark.edu
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2019 TotalEnrollment27,559TOP 5Best Placesto Live(U.S. News & World Report)More than 300Fortune 500 companies haveoffices within 20 miles of campus.212,386Transfer Hoursaccepted as credit in 20184apply.uark.eduBaccalaureate, Master's,Doctoral, Professional, andSpecialistRanked among theStudy AbroadPrograms inthe NationOutdoor Colleges(Great Value Colleges)Fastest GrowingLand GrantUniversity(Bloomberg)4 MILESof sidewalks etchedwith the names of allour graduates.Student to Faculty Ratio18:1200 Academic ProgramsOne of theTOP 5#1Top 25(Outside Magazine)22%of new studentsare transfer students400 StudentOrganizationsHIGHEST RESEARCHCLASSIFICATIONThe Carnegie Foundationfor the Advancement ofTeaching places theU of A in its highestresearch category.Top 10 Citiesfor Bicycles(Places for Bikes)
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSASFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a place where dedicated and creative people are working to build a betterworld. To us, this is just what it means to be a Razorback.NATIONALLY COMPETITIVEAbroad, and the U of A offers support and advice everystep of the way. Sabrina Rivas received a Benjamin A.Gilman Scholarship to study graphic design and art historyin Rome, Italy. An art education major, she will draw uponher experience abroad in her future classroom as an artteacher.Samia Ismail, an honors biomedical engineering student, wasnamed a 2019 Harry S. Truman Scholar, one of 62 in thenation. Committed to a lifetime of public service, she plansto improve healthcare access for Arkansans.Learn about studying abroad at studyabroad.uark.edu.The Carnegie Foundation classifies the University ofArkansas among the top 3 percent of universities in Americathat have the highest level of research activity. Each year,U of A students win national scholarships that support theiracademic and career goals.U of A honors biochemistry student Anthony Azzun receiveda 2019-2020 Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship inAndorra. He currently performs biomedical research at theIcahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai through the NIH’sPostbaccalaureate Research Education Program.Learn more about the U of A's history of nationallycompetitive awards at awards.uark.edu.STUDENT CENTEREDRESEARCH UNIVERSITYFor honors mathematics and physics major Tyler Bishop,the University of Arkansas has opened the doors to theworld of scientific research. Working under associateprofessor Salvador Barraza-Lopez, he has performedresearch that could have applications in the engineeringand manufacturing of nanoscale devices. In 2019 he wasnamed a Barry Goldwater Scholar, the nation's highesthonor for undergraduate students in the fields of science,technology, engineering, and mathematics.Learn more about undergraduate research opportunities athonorscollege.uark.edu.Opportunities that enhance learning are an important partof the college experience. For many students, that’s Studyapply.uark.edu5
STUDENT LIFELiving on campus provides an opportunity for students to extend their learning experiences beyond the classroom,library, and laboratory.UNIVERSITY HOUSINGUniversity Housing strives to create a community. Morethan just a place to sleep, residence halls at the U of Aprovide space to live, learn, and develop lifelong friendships.It's a great first year experience even for those who have ayear of college already under their belt and our designatedtransfer communities make it easy to get connected witholder students.For more information about living on campus,visit housing.uark.edu.STUDENT SUCCESS CENTERThe Student Success Center works with students to refineand strengthen academic skills like note taking, reading,study habits, and time management, while the CareerDevelopment Center helps U of A students discover theirinterests, values, and skills, and prepares them to start acareer after graduation.For more information visit success.uark.edu.CAMPUS DININGUNIVERSITY RECREATIONFor more information about dining on campus,visit housing.uark.edu/dining.For more information about club sports and recreation oncampus, visit urec.uark.edu.The U of A offers a variety of meal plans from CampusDining with a mix of dietary options prepared by skilledchefs and dedicated staff. Choose to eat at "all-you-care-toeat" dining halls or at the food court in the Arkansas Union.Grab a quick snack at one of several campus conveniencestores or coffee shops, or visit one of the many restaurantson campus.6apply.uark.eduThe four-story Health, Physical Education, and Recreationbuilding (HPER), a part of University Recreation (UREC),offers students access to an Olympic-sized swimming pool,an indoor track, workout and weight room, climbing walls,four gymnasiums, a bike shop, and much more. UREC alsofacilitates club sport teams which compete against othercollegiate club teams.
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GET INVOLVEDWith over 400 student organizations,the University of Arkansas offers plentyof opportunities to connect outside theclassroom. Enjoy sporting events, artgalleries, theatre performances, concerts,films, and more. Join one of the manysports clubs on campus to stay active, orsharpen your skills in the student-run radiostation (KXUA), television station (UATV),or newspaper(The Arkansas Traveler).rso.uark.eduapply.uark.edu9
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NORTHWEST ARKANSASWith top concerts, art shows, internationally acclaimed speakers, and a wealth of natural beauty, Northwest Arkansas isalive with things to see and do. Be sure to explore the areas around campus to experience all NWA has to offer.WalmartArkansasMusic PavilionCrystal Bridges Museumof American ArtRestaurants &entertainment onDickson StreetBoating, swimming, andfishing atBeaver LakeWaltonArts CenterBiking onthe 36 mileRazorback GreenwayHorsebackriding atHobbs State ParkBotanicalGarden ofthe OzarksHistoricDowntown FayettevilleArt, shopping,and concerts inEureka SpringsFayettevillePopulation: 87,590Take a breakat a localcoffee shopThree multiplex cinemas& a historic drive-intheaterHiking, camping, andspelunking at Devil'sDen State ParkFloating onthe BuffaloNational RiverNorthwest ArkansasPopulation: 549,128apply.uark.edu11
ADMISSIONStudents interested in applying to the University of Arkansas for the fall semester are urged to apply in early January, or inAugust for the spring semester. Students can begin the application process while college work is in progress.THE APPLICATION PROCESSADMISSION REQUIREMENTS❶New Transfer (24 or more transferable hours) College GPA2.0 cumulative GPA on all credit hoursThree steps to applying for admission:Complete and submit an online application attransfer.uark.edu.Spring semester: Apply by December 15.Fall semester: Apply by August 1. Good Academic StandingTransfer Freshmen (less than 24 transferable hours)Send official college transcript(s) from all institutions College GPAattended. Electronic PDF transcripts should be sent2.0 cumulative GPA on all credit hoursdirectly from the service provider to: registra@uark.edu. High School GPATransfer Freshmen, send your ACT/SAT test scores3.0 or higherand High School transcript. ACT/SAT test scoresACT Code 014420 or higher ACT, or SAT equivalentSAT Code 6866❷❸*Cumulative GPA includes all college courseworkTRANSFERRING CREDITReview the University of Arkansas' Course Equivalency Guide at courseequivalency.uark.edu to check if specific course creditswill transfer to the U of A. View the Transfer Planning Guide at transferplan.uark.edu to see how your transferable credits fitinto a U of A degree plan. If you have questions about course equivalency, please contact the Registrar at (479) 575-5451 orregistra@uark.edu.12apply.uark.edu
YOU'RE ADMITTED. WHAT'S NEXT?IMPORTANT TRANSFER DATESAttendSpringAttendFall CHECK INOnce you're admitted, keep a close eye on your email andNew Student Center for important information. Visitappstatus.uark.edu.AUGBegin the application process atapply.uark.edu.JANSEPSubmit FAFSA.FEB IMMUNIZATION RECORDSSend immunizations to immu@uark.edu.OCTPlan housing on campus(housing.uark.edu) or off campus(offcampus.uark.edu). TransferFreshmen must live on campus.FEB 15OCT 15Transfer scholarship deadline:scholarships.uark.edu.APR 1NOVTransfer Freshmen registerduring New Student Orientation,orientation.uark.edu.APRDEC 15Submit final transcript toregistra@uark.edu. Final Springapplication deadline.MAY 15JANTransfer Freshmen attendOrientation. New Transferscomplete online Orientation.JUNELate application deadline for Falladmission.AUG 1New Student Orientation forstudents who haven't registeredfor classes or completed onlineorientation.AUG HOUSINGComplete the housing contract at housing.uark.eduor visit uarkoffcampus.com. The university requires thatall Transfer Freshmen under the age of 21 live on campusor with guardians during their first year. REGISTRATION & ORIENTATIONNew Transfers should consult advising.uark.edu foracademic advising and class registration beforeorientation. Transfer Freshmen will register for classesduring New Student Orientation. orientation.uark.edu. FINAL TRANSCRIPTSubmit official transcript showing all college courseworkcompleted to registra@uark.edu.JANapply.uark.edu13
TUITION & FEESTypical costs, based on 2020 tuition and fees, for a fulltime undergraduate student taking 30 credit hours per yearin Fulbright College.TUITIONResident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,568Non-Resident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,056Average Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,816HOUSING COSTSLiving in campus housing is an exciting part of your collegeexperience. In fact, it helps build the perfect foundation foracademic and personal success!RESIDENCE HALLAdohi (Pods) 8,566Adohi (Semi-Suites)OFF CAMPUS MEAL PLANSFrom residential dining halls to brands like Starbucks, youwill find what you’re craving. Plans include a combination ofMeal Swipes and Dining Dollars.BLOCK MEALCOUNTDININGDOLLARSBYSEMESTER *Off Campus 180 50 798Off Campus 225 65 326Off Campus 350 500 848Off Campus 45 300 349*All expenses listed are estimates based on an academic year and are accurate at the time ofprinting, but may differ from actual contract costs. Residence Hall estimates do not include mealplans. Single occupancy rooms are subject to availability and require proof of necessity from thestudent making request. Additional details, including halls available to upperclassmen, can be foundat housing.uark.edu.14apply.uark.edu 8,830Duncan AvenueApartments **1 ba: 3,3892 ba: 3,589Founders Hall ** 8,586Futrall HallGibson Hall (Female)MEALPLANDOUBLE* 6,284** 6,614Gregson Hall ** 6,512Holcombe Hall 6,474Humphreys Hall 6,284Maple Hill (2BR suite, double room) 8,830Maple Hill (Premium suite) 9,664Pomfret Hall 6,196Reid Hall (Female) 6,594Walton Hall ** (Single) 4,320Yocum Hall 6,594**Transfer/Upperclassmen communities
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEAPR 1Fall TransferScholarshipDeadlineFive steps to funding your education:❶APPLY EARLY❷SCHOLARSHIPS❸COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA❹REVIEW STUDENT AID REPORT❺RECEIVE YOUR AWARD NOTICEOCT 15Spring TransferScholarshipDeadlineApply for university scholarships by posted deadlines and apply betweenJanuary 1 and February 15 for fall semester departmental scholarships(each year).In addition to institutional and departmental scholarships, search for private aid through local businesses,civic groups, and places of worship. Check websites such as fastweb.com for lists of additional scholarships.Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for federal student aid. Newstudents should submit the FAFSA no later than the scholarship deadlines for Advance Arkansas and otherneed-based scholarship consideration. Go to fafsa.gov and use the University of Arkansas code: 001108.Review the Student Aid Report (SAR) that will be sent to you after your FAFSA is processed. It will include afederally calculated Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and outline any additional steps you should complete.Receive your award notice from the University of Arkansas, which may include grants, loans, and work-study,as well as merit-based awards and scholarships. This notice may not include all awards.MORE INFORMATIONfinaid.uark.edu finaid@uark.edu (479) 575-3806apply.uark.edu15
TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPSTo apply for academic scholarships at the U of A, you must first apply for admission.Students should submit their admissions application by October 1 to be considered forthe October 15 spring semester deadline and by March 15 to be considered for theApril 1 fall semester psELIGIBILITYThe University of Arkansas offers transfer scholarships to entering students each falland spring. To be considered for University of Arkansas Transfer Scholarships, enteringtransfer students must have completed or be in the process of completing at least 24or more transferable hours of college-level work from a regionally accredited institutionof higher education other than the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Applicants musthave completed a minimum of 12 transferable hours at the time of application.16apply.uark.edu
622,000in scholarships awarded totransfer students for Fall 2020.apply.uark.edu17
COLLEGES AND SCHOOLSDavid W.MullinsLibraryThe University of Arkansas awards bachelor's degrees fromfive colleges and the Fay Jones School of Architecture andDesign.DALE BUMPERS COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL, FOODAND LIFE SCIENCESThe Bumpers College prepares leaders for careers that matter,all in areas of food, family, and the environment, with 14majors and 24 minors. Students study issues of food, healthyfamilies, quality of life, stewardship of the environment,and the impact of foods on health. The School of HumanEnvironmental Sciences is also part of Bumpers College.Learn more at bumperscollege.uark.edu.FULBRIGHT COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCESFulbright College is the largest and most diverse academicunit on campus with three schools, 16 departments, and morethan 43 academic programs and research centers. The collegeprovides the majority of core curriculum for all University ofArkansas students. The School of Art, the School of Journalismand Strategic Media, and the School of Social Work are all partof Fulbright College.Learn more at fulbright.uark.edu.18apply.uark.edu
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH PROFESSIONSThe College of Education and Health Professions focuseson two areas, with disciplines like teaching, nursing, publichealth, human resource development, exercise science,recreation & sport management, and communicationsciences & disorders. Students gain hands-on experienceand work with faculty on research in these fields. TheCollege includes the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing.COLLEGE OF ENGINEERINGThe most comprehensive engineering program inArkansas, the College of Engineering offers ABETaccredited bachelor's degrees, plus master's anddoctoral degrees. With over 100 labs and a dedicated,supportive faculty, the College of Engineering providesan environment of exploration and innovation sure tosupport and challenge even the most ambitious students.Learn more at coehp.uark.edu.Learn more at engineering.uark.edu.SAM M. WALTON COLLEGE OF BUSINESSThe Sam M. Walton College of Business ranks amongthe top 30 public business schools in the nation, andits supply chain management department is rankedNo. 1 in North America. The Walton College combinesoutstanding academic programs with experiential learningand internships to connect world-class scholarship withreal-world business practice.FAY JONES SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGNThe Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design offersarchitecture, landscape architecture, and interior design,with the architecture program ranked among the nation'stop 10. The renovation of the school's historic homeand the addition of a modern design center provide anopportunity for collaboration in a world-class facility.Begin your exploration and discovery of design with us!Learn more at walton.uark.edu.Learn more at fayjones.uark.edu.apply.uark.edu19
UNDERGRADUATE AREAS OF STUDYThe following is a reference list of majors, concentrations, and minors offered at the University of Arkansas. Visit the onlinecourse catalog at catalog.uark.edu/undergraduatecatalog for more details.Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural,Food & Life Sciences Agricultural Business M O- Agricultural Management andMarketing- Agricultural Economics- Pre-Law Agricultural Education,Communication, & Technology- Agricultural Communications M- Agricultural Education M- Agricultural Leadership M- Agricultural SystemsTechnology Management M Animal Science M- Animal Enterprise- Equine Science M- Pre-professional Preparation Apparel Merchandising &Product Development Birth through Kindergarten Crop Science M Environmental, Soil, & WaterScience Food, Nutrition & Health Food Science- Food & Culinary Sciences- Food Science- Food TechnologyM Horticulture, Landscape and TurfSciences Hospitality Management M O Human Nutrition & Dietetics20apply.uark.eduAdditional Minors Combined English & Journalism History of Architecture & Design French M Poultry Science M Planting DesignAdditional MinorsFulbright College of Arts & Sciences Geography M- Cartography/Remote Sensing Child Services O Advertising/Public Relations Geology M- Geophysics Crop Biotechnology Anthropology M German M Entomology Arabic Graphic Design Event Management O History M Horticulture Art Education- Community Practice- K-12 Teaching Physics M- Astronomy- Biophysics- Computational- Electronics- Geophysics- Optics- Professional Interdisciplinary Studies O Political Science M O Human Nutrition Art History M Psychology M Landscape Horticulture Biology Natural Resources Management Chemistry- Biochemistry- Biophysical- Chemistry International & Global Studies- European and Transatlantic- Global South- Peace, Security, & HumanRights Journalism- Broadcast- News/Editorial Studio Art Combined Journalism & PoliticalScience Theatre M- Design & Technology- Performance Human Development and FamilySciences M O Pest Management Plant Pathology Soil Science Turf ManagementFay Jones School of Architecture &Design Architectural Studies Architecture Interior DesignM Landscape Architectural Studies Landscape ArchitectureMMM Classical Studies M Communication M O Criminology Earth Science Economics- International Economics &Business- Economics English M- Creative Writing- Rhetoric and Writing Studies- TopicalMO Mathematics M- Applied Mathematics- Pure Mathematics- Statistics Music M- Choral- Guitar Performance- Instrumental- Jazz Studies- Music Business- Music Composition- Music Theory- Piano Performance- String Performance- Voice Performance- Woodwind, Brass orPercussion, Performance Philosophy M Social Work M Sociology M Spanish M OSecond/Dependent Majors African & African AmericanStudies M Asian Studies M Latin American & Latino Studies M Middle East Studies M
Additional Minors Child Advocacy Studies Training O Chinese (Business Orientation) Criminal Justice O East Asian History and PoliticsEducation- Technology Education Childhood Education- English as a Second Language- Gifted & Talented- Reading- STEMCollege of Engineering Biological Engineering- Biological Engineering- Environmental Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering French (Business Orientation) Communication Sciences &Disorders Gender Studies Educational Studies Computer Engineering M German (Business Orientation) Elementary Education Computer Science Global Studies English Education Historic Preservation Exercise Science Indigenous Studies French Education Italian German Education Japanese (Business Orientation) Human Resource & WorkforceDevelopment Education O Data Science- Accounting Analytics- Bioinformatics- Biomedical & HealthcareInformatics- Business Data Analytics- Computational Analytics- Data Science Statistics- Geospatial Data Analytics- Operations Analytics- Social Data Analytics- Supply Chain Analytics Jewish Studies Legal Studies O Medieval and RenaissanceStudies Medical and Health Humanities Nursing- Pre-Licensure BSN- RN to BSN O- LPN to BSN O Public Health Civil Engineering General Business M OPre-professional Programs Information Systems M- Business Analytics M- Enterprise Resource Planning M- Blockchain Enterprise Systems M Pre-Chiropractic International Business M- Accounting- Business Economics M- Finance- General Business- Information Systems- Management- Marketing- Retail- Supply Chain Management International EconomicDevelopment Nonprofit Studies Pre-Dental Pre-Law Pre-Medical Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Marketing M Enterprise Resource Planning Mechanical Engineering- Aerospace- Mechanical Engineering Retail M- Accounting- General Retail- Retail Economics- Retail Finance- Retail Information Systems- Retail International- Retail Management- Retail Marketing- Retail Supply ChainManagement Financial Economics Rhetoric and Writing Studies O Southern Studies Social Studies Education Data Analytics Spanish for the Professions Spanish EducationSam M. Walton College of Business Substance Use DisordersAdditional Minor Special Education AccountingCollege of Education & HealthProfessions Teaching K-12 PhysicalEducation & Health Career & Technical Education- Business Education- Family & Consumer SciencesAdditional Minor Business Economics M- Business Economics- International Economics &Business UATeach FinanceO Economics Management M- Human Resource Management- Organizational Leadership- Small Business &Entrepreneurship Management Recreation & SportManagement- Recreation Administration- Sports Administration Religious Studies- Energy Finance M- Finance & Banking M- Finance & Real Estate M- Financial Management &Investment M- Risk ManagementMMO Pre-Veterinary MedicineInterdisciplinary Minors Foundations of Sustainability International Business Microelectronics-Photonics Nanotechnology Planning Supply Chain Management M OAdditional Minors Behavioral EconomicsM This field also offers a minor.O Available as an online program.apply.uark.edu21
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STUDY ABROADLearning extends beyond the classroom at the Universityof Arkansas. Our students interview Tibetan refugeesin India, study art and economics at our Rome center,engage in community development in Belize, Mozambique,and Vietnam, and make lasting connections at partneruniversities all over the world.studyabroad.uark.eduapply.uark.edu23
HONORS COLLEGEThe Honors College brings together top students andprofessors to share transformative learning experiences.Being part of the Honors College will allow you to: Participate in honors courses on interdisciplinary,cutting-edge topics Conduct hands-on research with a faculty member Engage with local and global communities throughservice learning Apply for competitive grants to support research,service learning, internships, and study abroad Serve as a leader on campus and beyond Make lifelong friends in the honors communityEach year, the Honors College awards more than 1million in student grants to help students study abroadand do research.TRANSFER HONORS COLLEGE REQUIREMENTSTransfer students must be successfully admitted to theUniversity of Arkansas before beginning the Honors Collegeapplication process.If you don't meet the requirements for honors when youenter the University of Arkansas, you may be eligible to joinas a current student once you establish a strong academicrecord at the university. You should consult the honorsprogram director in your academic college for specificinformation on honors eligibility requirements.MORE 79) 575-7678NATIONAL RANKINGSThe University of Arkansas Honors College was ranked in the top 20 in a recent survey of thenation's top public honors programs.24apply.uark.edu
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VISIT CAMPUSVisiting campus is the best way to experience the attention and professionalcommitment we give to each University of Arkansas student. A typical campus visititinerary includes a meeting with an admissions counselor, a walking tour of campuswith a student guide, and a residence hall tour. You can set up other appointments, likemeeting with a college representative in your academic area, to tailor your visit to yourinterests.Find more information and explore virtual experiences at visit.uark.edu.26apply.uark.edu
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of the college experience. For many students, that's Study Abroad, and the U of A offers support and advice every step of the way. Sabrina Rivas received a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship to study graphic design and art history in Rome, Italy. An art education major, she will draw upon her experience abroad in her future classroom as an art .
