University of Central Arkansas
About
Founded as a state normal school, the University of Central Arkansas is renowned for exceptional programs in the health sciences—notably nursing, physical therapy, and occupational therapy—as well as strong degrees in education and business. UCA distinguishes itself through the acclaimed Norbert O. Schedler Honors College, one of the nation's earliest and most prestigious honors programs, along with deep investments in the arts anchored by the Windgate Center for Fine and Performing Arts. Located in the vibrant college town of Conway just outside Little Rock, student life centers around a close-knit community complete with NCAA Division I athletics, active residential learning communities, and more than 200 student organizations.
Wikipedia:The University of Central Arkansas is a public university in Conway, Arkansas, United States. Founded in 1907, the university is one of the oldest in the state. As the state's only normal school at the time, UCA has historically been the primary source of teachers in Arkansas. It was one of about 180 "normal schools" founded by state governments to train teachers for the rapidly growing public common schools.
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University of Central Arkansas accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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