UAFS International Student Handbook

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For over 200 years Fort Smith has been home to trailblazers, adventure seekers and pioneers.

We are looking to continue the tradition by recruiting innovative, hard-working students from around the world — students who are dedicated and determined to learn, teach, and help themselves and others become better global citizens.

If you think you have what it takes to help build a better future, join the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith and help us build the tomorrow you would be proud to be a part of!

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ESTABLISHED: 1928

LOCATION: Fort Smith, AR

Our central geographic location gives access to larger metropolitan areas and offers many options for exploring the great outdoors.

OUR CAMPUS

The university’s 170-acre campus – nationally recognized as one of the cleanest, safest, and most beautiful in the nation – is home to vibrant student life.

For students who want to live in the thick of campus life, UAFS offers a residence hall with a full-service dining hall and an apartment complex for upper-level students.

The UAFS Campus Recreation and Wellness Center is here to enhance the quality of life of our students with features like: • Two studio rooms for group fitness • All new Matrix strength and and personal fitness use cardiovascular equipment • Numerous group fitness classes • A walking/jogging track on the 2nd floor (10th of a mile) offered throughout the week • Two full sized basketball courts

$ 1,000,000 STEM investment for state-of-the-art equipment

STUDENT LIFE The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith,

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isn’t just about what takes place in the classroom, lab or library.

You’ll have countless opportunities to pursue your favorite activities, discover new interests and develop lifelong friendships. We offer more than 100 student organizations, a university newspaper, volunteer opportunities, outdoor adventures, intramurals and club sports teams and so much more.

ONE HUNDRED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

LION’S DEN

H O U S I N G Where you live will have a major impact on your college experience. UAFS students who live on campus are more successful than those who live off campus in terms of academic performance and retention to the institution.

On-campus living allows students to better engage in student-orientated programming, civic and volunteer opportunities and service learning.

UAFS offers students two different on-campus living options. For all students, especially our first-year students, the silver LEED certified Lion’s Den Residence Hall has 400+ beds in suites. The Lion’s Den is located on the southeast corner of campus near the intramural field and Stubblefield Center.

SEBASTIAN COMMONS

For our upperclassmen and married students, the Sebastian Commons has 400+ beds in full-size apartments.

The campuswide LionsAlert system offers emergency notifications through text, voicemail and e-mail messages.

ADMISSION TUITION & FEES In order to graduate on time (four years), students should take at least 30 credit hours per academic year.

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$497 (30 hours = $14,910)

STUDENT FEES

$1,822

HOUSING

$4,846 (Lion’s Den Double)

MEALS

$3,268 (160 Block Plan)

BOOKS

$1,000

HEALTH INSURANCE $1,448 TOTAL COST

I-20 In most cases, once all required documents HOURS have been received, we issue an acceptance letter and I-20 to all qualified students within 48 hours.

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$27,231

FINANCIAL CERTIFICATION In order to be issued an I-20, you will need to meet certain requirements.

The following official documents must be received in order for us to issue you an official acceptance letter along with the I-20 form.

• Official secondary transcripts • English proficiency documentation (TOEFL – 61 IBT, IELTS – 5.5, Pearsons – 45, Cambridge).

For other tests that we accept please visit international.uafs.edu.

• Photocopy of the biographical page in your passport • Official bank statement, signed and stamped, showing proof of financial resources – must be at least $27,231 USD* * This can be from your personal funds.

Parents can sponsor you and show a certified copy of their bank statement.

A company or government agency can sponsor you with a letter of intent to pay.

You can use a combination of funds, i.e. your personal funds plus your parents’ bank statement totaling $27,231.

SCHOLARSHIP POSSIBILITIES

Recruiting high-achieving students interested in learning and taking on leadership roles has never been a higher priority for our chancellor, Dr. Paul Beran.

Dr. Beran has allocated more than $130,000 in scholarships and waivers to enroll the top international students.

• International Student Distinction Scholarship • Honors International Studies Program Scholarship • Freshman Merit Scholarships international.uafs.edu/application-information

HONOR’S INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM The Honors International Studies Program at the University of Arkansas is excited to announce the addition of a number of scholarships targeted specifically for highly qualified students from outside the United States. Scholarships in the amount of $6,701 ($26,804) will be awarded to students accepted into the program for the 2018-2019 academic year.

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Perks: $6,701 PER YEAR • Honors housing areas, 4 • a funded domestic travel-study class at the end of AT LEAST $26,80 RS the first academic year, OVER ALL 4 YEA • early registration for classes, • extended library privileges, • title “Cum Honore” to the graduates diploma and transcripts.

Who to contact: Dr. Siler at dennis.siler@uafs.edu

What’s needed to apply?

• ACT of 27 or higher or 1210 on SAT • High School GPA or 3.5 or higher

BUSINESS

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ACCOUNTING BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FINANCE • MARKETING INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

AACSB ACCREDITED

Only 5% of business programs in the world have this accreditation.

Gain real-world

EXPERIENCE working with Fortune 500 companies via internships and co-ops

MAJORS AND MINORS Communication, Languages, • History with Social Studies 7-12 • Mathematics 7-12 Arts & Social Sciences Bachelor of Arts

• English • History • Media Communication • Music • Political Science • Psychology • Rhetoric and Writing • Spanish • Studio Art • Theater

Bachelor of Science • Criminal Justice • Graphic Design

Bachelor of Social Work Bachelor of General Studies* Associate of Arts Associate of General Studies

BUSINESS Bachelor of Business Administration

• Accounting • Business Administration • Finance • International Business • Marketing

Education Bachelor of Science

• Elementary Education K-6 • Middle Childhood Education 4-8

Bachelor of Science with Teacher Licensure • Biology 7-12 • English 7-12

• Spanish K-12

Bachelor of Music Education

Applied Science and Technology Bachelor of Applied Science*

(online option available) • Music Education – Instrumental K-12 Bachelor of Science • Music Education – Vocal K-12 • Animation Technology* • Electrical Engineering Associate of Applied Science Technology* • Early Childhood Education • Organizational Leadership Health Sciences (online option available)

Bachelor of Science

• Dental Hygiene • Imaging Sciences – Diagnostic Medical Sonography* • Imaging Sciences – Leadership* (available online)

Associate of Applied Science

• Computer Graphic Technology • Electronics Technology – Robotics (certificate) • General Technology – General Bachelor of Science Nursing – Automotive • Nursing – Welding • Nursing RN to BSN (online-only • Office Management Technology program for registered nurses) • Paralegal Studies • Workforce Leadership

Associate of Applied Science • Radiography • Surgical Technology

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS Bachelor of Science

• Biology • Chemistry • Criminal Justice • Engineering – Electrical or Mechanical** • Geoscience • Information Technology • Mathematics

Associate of Science

• Mechanical Engineering • Electrical Engineering

*Student required to begin an associate degree or specific courses before entering bachelor program ** Offered in coordination with

the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

EXPLORE ALL OF OUR DEGREES ONLINE AT: UAFS.EDU/DEGREE-PROGRAMS