University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

It is not difficult to get into University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. The university admitted 79% of all applicants in 2005. Out of 3,223 applications received in 2023, 2,535 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's admissions stats.

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	1%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	2%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	99%
Waitlist	No

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?

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University of Arkansas-Fort Smith does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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How To Get Into University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

It is not difficult to get into University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. University of Arkansas-Fort Smith evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepted 79% of students, around 2,535 of the 3,223 students who applied.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT. Admissions to health occupations programs is program moderately difficult.

Transferring to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

What does University of Arkansas-Fort Smith consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Arkansas-Fort Smith for more information on admission factors.

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?

Students admitted to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 89% submitted a class rank. At University of Arkansas-Fort Smith 1% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 7.3% were in the top 25% and 24.3% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	3.7%
3.75 and 3.99	25.6%
3.50 and 3.74	20.8%
3.25 and 3.49	25.5%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	9.5%
2.00 and 2.49	3.6%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2005, 2% of University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 99% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, you should strive to earn between 19 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Arkansas-Fort Smith students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Arkansas-Fort Smith during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.

Does University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?

✅ University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is not test optional.

What is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Arkansas-Fort Smith has an acceptance rate of 79%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?

❌ University of Arkansas-Fort Smith does not offer early decision.

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