Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
81.47%
SAT Average
1,050
ACT Range
18-23
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 81.47%. This means approximately 815 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,133 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
81.47%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $6,906 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $13,770 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $18,052 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,097 | State avg: $14,015. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.14% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 28.17% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$13,770
Room and board
$9,799
Books and supplies
$1,368
Other expenses
$5,064
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$18,052
Average net price
$10,097
Average aid coverage
44%
$7,955 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith pays approximately $10,097 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Arkansas average of $14,015 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Arkansas and national averages.
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith net price
$10,097
Arkansas average
$14,015
National average
$17,506
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $13,770 and average net price at $10,097. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$13,770
Current net price
$10,097
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
36.96%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$41,102
Undergraduates
4,133
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Arkansas-Fort Smith vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?
Undergraduates
4,133
Completion rate
36.96%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.14%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
28.17%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.14% of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 28.17% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is listed at 5210 Grand Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Arkansas-Fort Smith with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | 81.47% | $13,770 | $10,097 | $41,102 |
| Jefferson Regional School of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $73,975 |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Not available | Not available | Not available | $73,827 |
| University of Arkansas Grantham | Not available | $8,280 | $9,325 | $63,496 |
| Baptist Health College Little Rock | 100.00% | $13,593 | $34,755 | $62,244 |
Similar Schools in Fort Smith
This local cluster focuses on nearby Fort Smith schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Fort Smith.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's acceptance rate?
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 81.47%.
How much is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith tuition?
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $13,770.
What is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's average net price?
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's average net price in the local dataset is $10,097.
What is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $41,102 for University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.
Is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accredited?
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?
The local dataset lists 4,133 undergraduate students at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.
What percentage of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Arkansas-Fort Smith in the local dataset is 39.14%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?
The federal loan rate for University of Arkansas-Fort Smith in the local dataset is 28.17%.
Where should I verify University of Arkansas-Fort Smith data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Arkansas-Fort Smith or the latest official federal education data.