University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Fort Smith, AR · Public · Visit Website

The University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is situated on a 168-acre arboretum in the city of Fort Smith. The campus features a diverse collection of trees, with over 80 species identified. As a member of the University of Arkansas System, UAFS offers a variety of degree programs and certificates. Students can also participate in NCAA Division II athletics as part of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association.

Programs Analyzed
15
Avg Grad Earnings
$38,752/yr
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
50/100
Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$6,906/yr
Out-of-state: $13,770/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 39% of students receive Pell Grants and 28% take federal loans.

Family Income Avg Net Price/yr 4-Year Net Cost Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K $8,450 $33,800 11.5x
$30K – $48K $9,256 $37,024 10.5x
$48K – $75K $11,856 $47,424 8.2x
$75K – $110K $13,295 $53,180 7.3x
$110K+ $13,335 $53,340 7.3x
Sticker price (no aid) $6,906 $27,624 14.0x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

15 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program DW Score Earnings AI Risk ROI
Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration
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85 $69,618/yr High 25.7x
Computer and Information Sciences, General
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81 $51,896/yr Very High 27.8x
Allied Health Diagnostic
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62 $54,484/yr Moderate 18.7x
Business Administration
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61 $39,057/yr High 16.9x
Dental Support Services
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59 $58,380/yr Moderate 20.1x
Teacher Education
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59 $40,525/yr High 15.2x
Teacher Education
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56 $40,565/yr High 14.2x
Criminal Justice and Corrections
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52 $33,460/yr Moderate 14.8x
Biology, General
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40 $26,541/yr High 17.6x
History
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39 $26,445/yr High 14.6x
Social Work
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37 $32,532/yr Moderate 10.8x
Psychology, General
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35 $29,853/yr High 12.4x
Communication and Media Studies
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32 $28,951/yr High 9.5x
Chemistry
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32 $22,255/yr High 7.1x
Liberal Arts and Sciences
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27 $26,728/yr Low 14.5x
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