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Here are some frequently asked questions...

Why choose CSES at the U of A?
What can CSES do for you?
What do others think about CSES at the U of A?
What do the alumni say about CSES?
Is it hard to get into the U of A?
Is financial assistance available?
What is the First-Year Experience for in-coming freshmen?


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Why choose CSES at the U of A?

The Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food, and Life Sciences' Department of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences offers nationally competitive undergraduate and graduate degree programs and study-abroad opportunities that are designed to prepare knowledgeable students that are capable of contributing to society in many possible ways.

Undergraduate students in CSES also have the opportunity to be a part of the University's new Honors College and participate in the Bumpers College Honors Program. A tremendous amount of scholarship money is available through these opportunities for qualified individuals.

For more information regarding the Honors Program, contact Dr. Duane C. Wolf, Director of Honors Program and Honors Program Representative for CSES, by phone at (479) 575-5739 or by email at aflshnrs@uark.edu.




What can CSES do for you?

• CSES can teach you the latest science and technology in food and fiber production and in protecting our environment.





• CSES can provide you real-world experiences through the CSES Student Club, Soil Judging Team, internships, and working in the department.

• CSES can prepare you to work outdoors, in a laboratory, or in an office.





• CSES can also help you pay for your education!




What do others think about CSES at the U of A?

Read what present and former students have to say about CSES.

Contact individuals in various regions of Arkansas that are part of CSES Alumni and Friends.




Is it hard to get into the U of A?

Important Dates

November 15 — Fall Early Admission Notification Deadline
February 1 — Honors Scholarship Application Deadline
February 15 — Fall Priority Admission Consideration Deadline, Scholarship Application Deadline for New Students
March 1 — Complete the FAFSA (Free application for Federal Student Financial Aid). Pick up application from high school counselor, or apply on the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov. List U of A on FAFSA so that the university can calculate your financial aid package.
March 15 — Scholarship Application Deadline for Transfer Students

 
How to Apply


• Order University Admissions Packet — call (800) 377-8632
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• Download a Bumpers College Scholarship Application [PDF]
           

For those interested in transferring to the University of Arkansas, please visit the U of A Transfer Connection for more information.

Learn more about admissions and application procedures.


 

Is financial assistance available?
 
The majority of CSES undergraduates receive some degree of financial assistance in the form of scholarships, loans, or work-study arrangements. Many CSES students also choose to work part-time in the department for one of the faculty members.

CSES has a large number of scholarships available to undergraduate students from freshmen to seniors.

CSES puts on an annual golf tournament, the Delta Classic, to raise money to sponsor several scholarships for in-coming freshmen.

First-Year Experience for In-coming Freshmen

Message to Parents

Contact Information

If you are a prospective student or someone interested in learning more about CSES, please contact Holly Yeatman, CSES Recruiting Coordinator, by phone at (479) 575-5726 or by email at hyeatman@uark.edu


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