Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

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OVERVIEW

Now is the time to join the Trojan family. With lots of interestin­g majors to choose from, professors who are leaders in their fields and hands- on research experience­s, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a great place to be. The state’s largest metropolit­an area offers students the privileges of big- city living, plus plenty of outdoor activities for an active lifestyle. Located in the state’s epicenter of government, commerce, culture, health care and nonprofit services, the university offers plenty of opportunit­ies for internship­s, community service, networking and jobs.

ACADEMICS

With more than 100 undergradu­ate and graduate programs, UA Little Rock is dedicated to your success. Students enjoy a customized learning path in their chosen field, one that adds practical skills that today’s employers seek: experienti­al learning, research opportunit­ies, critical and creative thinking, problem solving and technologi­cal skills.

UNLIMITED PATHWAYS

UA Little Rock offers a quality, affordable path to a student’s future. Commute from home and save on housing expenses, or live on campus for a traditiona­l experience. If a student lives in the Saline County area, the UA Little Rock Benton Campus offers five degrees close to home. UA Little Rock Online offers a large number of class choices, including many fully online, accredited degree programs. Whatever the situation, UA Little Rock will work to find the right pathway to a degree that fits a student’s interests and lifestyle. Discover scholarshi­ps, financial-aid packages, and on- campus and off- campus job opportunit­ies to help you graduate with little or no debt.

CAMPUS LIFE

Becoming a Trojan of fers many opportunit­ies outside the classroom. Whether a student is starting college for the first time, transferri­ng from another college or returning to complete a degree, UA Little Rock is among the most diverse and welcoming environmen­ts around. If a student is interested in joining groups or organizati­ons, there are plenty to choose from, ranging from leadership and honor- society clubs to religious or political groups, and even profession­al or social clubs. UA Little Rock also offers fitness and wellness classes, intramural sports, outdoor adventures, and free attendance at all men’s and women’s sporting events. The school’s Campus Living options include such amenities as secure wired and wireless internet; fenced, gated, on- site parking; utilities and laundry; study rooms; and social and academic events, all at a reasonable rate.

Student’s looking to study abroad can take the opportunit­y to enhance their education by visiting a foreign land. There are hundreds of programs around the world during the semester, year, summer and winter to match a student’s interests. Visit ualr.edu/studyabroa­d for more.

For research-focused students, UA Little Rock provides hands-on experience­s with faculty members who have a pulse on what’s new and trending in their industries, from studying the world of augmented reality to human-tissue regenerati­on. Come see how UA Little Rock’s Carnegie classifica­tion as a doctoral research university (one of only two in Arkansas) is a well- deserved honor.

CHECK IT OUT

Come visit UA Little Rock’s beautiful campus. Schedule a tour at ualr.edu/admissions/

visit. Learn more about admissions, degree programs and scholarshi­ps, and how to apply at ualr.edu.

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Left: The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s campus is located in the heart of the state’s largest city. Right: With a variety of social clubs and organizati­ons, there are many opportunit­ies to connect with other students at UA Little Rock.
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