School Information

28.5
Total Cost $18,038
Total Enrollment 11,781
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 18 : 1

University of Central Arkansas

http://www.uca.edu
201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, Arkansas 72035-0001
(501) 450-5000

The mission of the University of Central Arkansas is to maintain the highest academic quality and to ensure that its programs remain current and responsive to the diverse needs of those it serves. A partnership of excellence among students, faculty, and staff in benefit to the global community, the university is committed to the intellectual, social, and personal development of its students; the advancement of knowledge through excellence in teaching and research; and service to the community. As a leader in 21st-century higher education, the University of Central Arkansas is dedicated to intellectual vitality, diversity, and integrity. In carrying out ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered One but less than two years certificate
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At University of Central Arkansas, 89.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 59.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $6,593), and 46% receive loans ($7,764 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $4,880.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending University of Central Arkansas is $10,733 per year.

Yearly Tuition
University of Central Arkansas Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $6,698
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $11,903
Tuition Graduate in State $3,852
Tuition Graduate Out of State $7,704
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $18,038
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $23,243
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 5,848 people applied to University of Central Arkansas. Of the applicants, 58.0% were admitted (59.0% male & 57.0% female ) and 62.0% accepted (68.0% male and 59.0% female)

Of the 10,146 undergraduate students at University of Central Arkansas, 16.0% are part-time. A majority (89.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 54.0% of the 1,635 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     90.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     71.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     42.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     22.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     42.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     41.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline Dec 28th
Admissions Office Phone (501)450-3128
Admissions Office Email admissions@uca.edu
Admissions Office Address 201 Donaghey Avenue Conway, AR 72035-5003
Admissions Website http://www.uca.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.beabear.com

In order to be accepted to University of Central Arkansas, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 28
ACT English (25th Percentile) 20
ACT English (75th Percentile) 28
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 26
 
University of Central Arkansas Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 0 0
African-American/Black Studies 0
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies, Other 0
Biological and biomedical sciences 63 7
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 63 7
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 4 311 49
Accounting 74 23
Business Administration and Management, General 4 65 26
Business/Commerce, General 33
Finance, General 31
Insurance 25
Management Information Systems, General 34
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 49
Communication, journalism, and related programs 61
Journalism 29
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other 32
Computer and information sciences and support services 18 4
Computer and Information Sciences, General 18
Computer Science 4
Education 4 177 199
Business Teacher Education 3 7
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services 20
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 6
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 2
Education, General 16
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other 24
Educational/Instructional Media Design 0
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 7
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education 4
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 42
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 81
Mathematics Teacher Education 6
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 20
Reading Teacher Education 33
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 1
Social Studies Teacher Education 13
Special Education and Teaching, General 22
Superintendency and Educational System Administration 4
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other 69
English language and literature/letters 56 5
Creative Writing 0
English Composition 16
English Language and Literature, General 32 5
Speech and Rhetorical Studies 8
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 104 38
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General 87 38
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General 17
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 6 3
French Language and Literature 1
Spanish Language and Literature 5 3
Health professions and related clinical sciences 4 321 128 56
Athletic Training/Trainer 5
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 36 49 0
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 2
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 46 9
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 109
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 0
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 18
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist 4
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 4 79 19
Occupational Therapy/Therapist 51
Physical Therapy/Therapist 56
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 22
History 28 8
History, General 28 8
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 31 0
General Studies 31
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 0
Library science 41
Library Science, Other 41
Mathematics and statistics 15 15
Applied Mathematics 5
Mathematics, General 15 10
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 14 0
Biological and Physical Sciences 3
International/Global Studies 11
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 0 0
Natural resources and conservation 8
Environmental Studies 8
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 16 6
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 16 6
Philosophy and religious studies 9
Philosophy 9
Religion/Religious Studies 0
Physical sciences 18
Chemistry, General 10
Physics, General 8
Psychology 90 35 0
Counseling Psychology 17
Psychology, General 90
Psychology, Other 18
School Psychology 0
Public administration and social service professions 6 12
Community Organization and Advocacy 12
Public Administration 6
Social sciences 0 112 0
Economics, General 21
Geography 18
Geography, Other 0 0
Political Science and Government, General 29
Sociology 44
Visual and performing arts 99 8
Art/Art Studies, General 28
Cinematography and Film/Video Production 26 1
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 6
Interior Design 19
Music Performance, General 18 7
Music, General 2
 
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