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About

The University of Arkansas is one of the nation’s top public universities. The opportunities and skills we provide improve lives, while our ideas, solutions and collaborations strengthen communities and economies.

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Quick Facts

Key facts and figures about the university, enrollment and our focus on student success, research excellence and status as an employer of choice.

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Traditions

We’re home to some of the most unique traditions found on any campus. As Razorbacks, we’re proud of what makes us different.

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Explore

Visit our campus on The Hill, and enjoy Fayetteville and the region, one of the nation’s best places to live. You’ll need years to explore it all.

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Colleges & Schools

Our 10 colleges and schools encourage undergraduate research and boast an excellent national reputation across many fields of study.

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History

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land-grant university and is the oldest publicly funded institution in the state.

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Administration

Meet the leadership team and support units that are helping the university fulfill its land-grant mission to serve the state of Arkansas.

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Our Mission

The University of Arkansas is determined to build a better world by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting a culture of collaboration, nurturing creativity, and solving problems through research and discovery, all in service to Arkansas.

Since 1871, our fundamental purpose as a land-grant institution and state flagship remains unchanged — to serve the state of Arkansas as a partner, resource and catalyst by:

Providing access to a comprehensive and internationally competitive public education, and fostering student success across a wide spectrum of disciplines.

Utilizing research, discovery and creative activity to improve the quality of life, develop solutions to the challenges we face and drive the state's economy.

Contributing service and expertise through outreach, engagement and collaboration.

The 150 Forward Reaching Higher Strategic Plan provides goals and direction for advancing the university's land-grant mission.

VISION

Our mission provides a broad outline of the work required to achieve our vision – that the U of A represents the best of public higher education, advancing Arkansas while building a better world.

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CORE VALUES

Curiosity

Curiosity drives progress – the need to know more, understand better, ask questions and find answers. We embrace the challenges that come with exploring the unknown and seeking solutions to the big problems. This intellectual curiosity feeds our determination to improve lives through discovery, innovation and the expansion of knowledge.

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CORE VALUES

Creativity

We are inspired by the art, music, literature, architecture and other creative works that enrich our lives. But creativity is not limited to the arts and humanities; it is no less important to the sciences, driving innovation and new technologies. A creative environment stimulates original thought, varied perspectives and new ways of looking at things. Creative people and approaches lead to new ideas, improved outcomes and other valuable contributions that make our lives better.

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CORE VALUES

Character

We value personal integrity and character that make us better people, collectively strengthening our community and society. We strive to be trustworthy, to lead by example, to get better every day and to have a positive impact on others. We cultivate a culture of honesty, fairness, respect and understanding. We are accountable to ourselves, each other and the public we serve.

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CORE VALUES

Our Shared Humanity

Our diversity is our strength. We care about the safety, health and well-being of those around us. We support an open exchange of ideas and respect the unique perspectives and contributions that each of us provides. We help nourish an inclusive environment where equity, opportunity, representation and civility are valued. Respecting our differences creates better understanding of our shared humanity, the foundation of our mission to build a better world.