University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
About
The University of Arkansas–Fort Smith (UAFS) is a regional public institution recognized for its workforce-aligned education, boasting standout programs in nursing and health sciences, business, and applied technology. Campus culture is tight-knit and student-centered, characterized by accessible faculty, active NCAA Division II athletics, and valuable experiential learning opportunities with local industry partners. Setting UAFS apart is its unique model as an institution that seamlessly blends career-focused associate degrees and technical certificates with traditional four-year bachelor’s programs, ensuring an affordable, flexible pathway tailored to the regional job market.
Wikipedia:The University of Arkansas–Fort Smith (UAFS) is a public university in Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States. Part of the University of Arkansas System, UAFS is the sixth-largest university in Arkansas with a fall 2020 enrollment of approximately 6,500 students.
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