Quick Summary
University of Arkansas, in Fayetteville, United States, is a public land-grant research university that has shaped higher education since 1871. Ranked #1001 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32158 students including 4.1% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 79%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Tier One research status (R1), top-ranked supply chain management program, vibrant SEC campus life, and deep corporate connections in the Northwest Arkansas region.
Subject Strengths
Supply Chain ManagementAgricultureArchitectureFood ScienceBiological Engineering
Founded1871
TypePublic Land-grant Research University
Total Students32158
Intl Students4.1%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusUrban
Campus Size512 acres
Affiliated HospitalsWashington Regional Medical Center
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Specialist, Undergraduate Certificates
Programs
53
PhD Programs
60
Online Programs
Arkansas High Performance Computing Center, Center for Advanced Spatial Technologies, Ralph E. Martin Department of Chemical Engineering Research
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate79%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GREOptional for many programs
GMATRequired for Walton Graduate School of Business (waivers available)
SAT1080
ACT23
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply by November 1 Early Action deadline for maximum scholarship consideration. Highlight leadership and community involvement in essays.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$9,748/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$15,640/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$9,100/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$40
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$25,388/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Specialist, Undergraduate Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Finance | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Supply Chain Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$56,200
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Walmart, Tyson Foods, and J.B. Hunt
Industry Connections
WalmartTyson FoodsJ.B. HuntProctor & GambleFedEx
Notable Alumni
William Jefferson Clinton, J. William Fulbright, Jerry Jones, S. Robson Walton
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, Bud Walton Arena, Baum-Walker Stadium
Student Clubs
400
Library Resources
Mullins Library, Chemistry and Biochemistry Library, Fine Arts Library, Physics Library, Young Law Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available