The University of Central Arkansas aspires to be a premier learner-focused public comprehensive university, a nationally recognized leader for its continuous record of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, scholarly and creative endeavors, and engagement with local, national, and global communities.
Founded in 1907 as the Arka
Academic Programs: Total certificates and degrees offered – 152 (2 Certificate of Proficiency, 2 Technical Certificates, 3 Associate’s Degrees, 84 Undergraduate, 10 Graduate Certificate, 32 Master’s Degrees, 11 Post-Master’s Certificates, 1 Specialist Program, and 7 Doctoral)
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Student Accounts
Our mission is to professionally assist students, parents, and third party agencies through the payment process and serve as the main monetary collection point for the University of Central Arkansas. We strive to offer the best possible service consistent with policies and regulations.
We provide information, assistance, and education to students and parents so that they can fully understand the cost of attending the University, the dates when these costs are due, and the methods of paying the costs. In addition, we provide documentation and invoice certain third party agencies who have committed to providing cost assistance to students for their education.
You are about to begin one of the most rewarding and exciting experiences of your college career: living with other students. Living in the residence halls or other campus housing offers you everything you need for college survival, as well as many advantages. You will have convenient access to campus facilities, comfortable living accommodations, and a residence life staff to help you
Torreyson Library has:
We are pleased to offer a wide range of medical services to our students, faculty and staff:
COPA is located at the back of the HPER Center, next to the racquetball courts. The UCA community can rent out camping gear, bikes and register for upcoming courses that will make you better prepared for your next outdoor adventure! Experience COPA and get to know the great outdoors!
Fitness:
It means being in good physical condition. We often think of athletes as being very fit. They tend to focus on performance-related fitness for sport. However, you don’t have to be an athlete to be fit. Doing more physical activity improves your fitness and health, no matter what shape or size you are. Making small changes in your daily lifestyle helps improve your fitness.The University is home to more than 200 registered student organizations, with more forming every year.
Notable other RSO's include The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (N.A.A.C.P), Young Democrats, College Libertarians, College Republicans, Sigma Alpha Lambda Honors Society, Student Council for Exceptional Children, PRISM, Business and Information Technology (BIT), Computer Science Club, Model UN, Campus Dialogue, Pre-Med Society, Pre-Pharmacy Club, The Society of Physics Students (SPS at UCA), RUSH Collegiate Ministries, and a myriad of other religious organizations.
The University of Central Arkansas is a member of and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) as a bachelor’s, master’s, specialist’s, and doctoral degree granting institution.The master’s and baccalaureate degrees in business administration are accredited by AACSB International–The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredits the teacher education program at the initial teacher preparation and advanced levels.
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
