Fulbright College Profile: A Quality Liberal Arts Education

If, as Alexander Pope said, a little learning is a dangerous thing, then a lot of knowledge is a delightful thing. We invite you to get to know Fulbright College—we think you'll like what you learn.

• Studies in the liberal arts span everything from ancient Egyptian dynasties to the latest discoveries in nanotechnology.
• It was Fulbright College students who uncovered the world's largest nautiloid fossil, an eight-foot specimen that lived 325 million years ago.
• Our graduates are known throughout the world. We can thank alumnus Robert Maurer for the revolution in communications made possible by his invention of fiber optic cable.

Some Facts about Fulbright College

• Average ACT of freshmen: 25.5
• High school GPA: 3.59
• Undergraduate enrollment: 5,485
• Minority enrollment: 738
• Fulbright College has 19 departments and 14 interdisciplinary programs.
• Fulbright College offers the prestigious $50,000 Sturgis Fellowship, as well as Sturgis grants for research and study abroad.
•The academic success of Fulbright College students is nothing short of astonishing. Last year, they picked up three Barry Goldwater Scholarships, one Coca-Cola National Scholarship, two David Boren NSEP Scholarships, nine Gates Millennium Scholarships, five Fulbright Scholarships, three NSF Graduate Fellowships, an NIH Summer Biomedical Research Grant, and an Opera Festival di Roma Scholarship. In addition, one was a finalist for the British Marshall Scholarship and six were state finalists for the Rhodes Scholarship.
• Under the good neighbor policy, students from the neighboring states of Texas, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Kansas with a 3.0 GPA and 24 ACT can enroll at in-state costs.
• Nearly 70% of undergraduate classes have 29 or fewer students, while 93% have 50 or fewer students. Student to faculty ratio: 16:1
• The average ACT of students in the Fulbright College Four-Year Scholars Program is 31.4.
• The College's Programs in Creative Writing and Translation are ranked among the best in the country. The English and history departments are highly rated, while research programs in chemistry and physics are nationally competitive.

University of Arkansas Profile: A Student-Centered University • 88.9% of all UA freshmen were in the top half of their high school graduating class • UA students age 25 or older: 12.2% • Average age of full-time, freshman students: 18.1 • University enrollment: 17,269 • The University offers exceptional academic quality for an incredible value. Yearly in-state tuition and fees are $5,495, while out-of-state tuition and fees are $13,222. • Students living on campus pay an average of $6,365 for room and board. • The average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package: $8,500 • The Princeton Review named the University of Arkansas one of the 20 “Best Bargains" in the country in its 2005 edition of The Best 357 Colleges. The university is the only Arkansas public institution included. • The University of Arkansas was named one of the nation's top institutions in the 2005 edition of the Fiske Guide to Colleges. The university maintained three-star ratings for academic quality and quality of life and a four-star rating for social environment. The university remained Arkansas' only public institution included in the Fiske Guide. • The U of A awards over $100 million each year in scholarships and financial assistance; 73% of our students receive financial aid. • UA students come from 50 states and 120 foreign countries. • Through exchange programs, students can study at universities in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. • The campus has 240 registered student organizations, offering you ample opportunities to get involved and meet new friends.

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Admission Requirements
• The U of A requires 4 units of English, 4 of Mathematics, 3 of science, 3 of social studies, and 2 of electives. Two units of foreign language are recommended.
• Important in making admission decisions: School records, class rank, standardized test scores. Also considered: Extracurricular activities, personal qualities, volunteer and work experience.
• SAT I OR ACT required
• An application fee of $30 can be waived for applicants with financial need.
• Special study programs available at U of A: Work-study, distance learning, double majors, dual enrollment, English as a Second Language, Honors Programs, Independent Study, internships, study abroad, teacher certification and accelerated programs.
• Activities offered include choral groups, concert band, dance, drama, jazz band, literary magazine, marching band, music ensembles, musical theater, opera, pep band, radio station, student government, student newspaper, student-run film society, symphony orchestra, television station, and the yearbook.

When to Apply
• A February 15 preferential application deadline applies to students wishing to enroll for the upcoming fall term; preferential application deadline for the spring term is November 1. Applications received after these deadlines will be considered on a space-available basis.
• We strongly encourage students wishing to be considered for any university scholarship to meet this preferential deadline. Completed applications received by these deadlines are guaranteed a decision on admission by April 1 for fall term and December 1 for spring term. Applications received after that time will be evaluated in as timely a manner as possible.
• Final deadlines for admission consideration: Applications and required transcripts must be received in the Office of Admission by the following deadlines to be accepted for the respective enrollment periods:
     * Fall - August 15
     * Spring - January 1 Students who are unable to submit their applications by the final deadline may be denied admission and considered for admission for the following term.

How to Apply
• Submit a completed application for undergraduate admission and a $40 non-refundable application fee to the Office of Admission. This $30 fee is not required of returning University students. You may apply online.
• Request that all required transcripts be sent to the Office of Admission. Only officially signed transcripts, sent directly from the issuing institution and submitted in a sealed school envelope, will be accepted for evaluation.
• High school transcripts are required of all entering freshmen, and transfer students with fewer than 24 transferable semester hours. A preliminary admission will be provided to high school seniors on the basis of sixth- or seventh-semester transcripts. However, a final transcript showing all high school course work and certifying actual graduation must be submitted before a student may register for courses.
• College transcripts must be provided from each college or university attended. To be considered official, transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution. Hand-carried transcripts are not considered official unless submitted in a sealed school envelope. However, students admitted after August 1 should bring personal, unofficial copies of their transcripts for use in advisement at the University.
• ACT or SAT scores no more than four years old are required for all new freshmen, and transfer students with fewer than 24 transferable hours. Test scores should be sent directly to the University by the testing agency. The University's institutional codes are ACT-0144; SAT-6866.
• All students born after January 1, 1957, must return the immunization form enclosed with the offer of admission. Immunization proof is required prior to first registration. A note to transfer students: We cannot accept proof of immunization from your previous institution.
• English Proficiency: Applicants whose native language is not English must submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 550 (paper based), 213 (computer based), or a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS (writing) taken within the preceding two years. Students who have completed grades 10-12 at a U.S. accredited high school and have a satisfactory ACT English subscore may request a review for waiver of this requirement. For more information about the TOEFL, you may write to TOEFL Services, ETS, Box 899, Princeton, New Jersey 08541 or visit TOEFL online.
• Disabled Students: The University offers a variety of services to those students with physical or learning disabilities through our Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD). Students with any type of physical or learning disability are strongly encouraged to contact that office in Room 116 in the Arkansas Union, or call (479) 575-3104 (TDD/Voice) to learn more about the specific nature of their services and the overall accessibility of the University.

Honors College
All students enrolled in the thriving Fulbright College honors program are automatically part of the University-wide Honors College, which awards 355 scholarships of $8,000 or more to incoming freshmen. Honors students enjoy small classes, priority registration, special housing, increased interaction with faculty, and enhanced opportunities for hands-on research. The Scholarship Office and the Office of Post-Graduate Fellowships provide additional services to students. Promising high school seniors are assisted with their applications for the many available Sturgis, Bodenhamer, Boyer, and UA Honors College fellowships as well as Chancellor’s and University scholarships. Once enrolled, honors scholars are assisted in applying for the nation’s most prestigious post-graduate fellowships. In recent years UA honors scholars have compiled an enviable record in these competitions. Honors College students are a diverse group with widely varying interests, but they share an intellectual curiosity and energy that invariably lead to success.