International Undergraduate Admissions
International Undergraduate Application Deadlines
Priority will be given to applicants who meet the following application deadlines.
Applications received after these dates will be processed as space is available.
Fall Semester
June 1
Spring Semester
October 1
Scholarship Deadlines
November 1
Priority Admissions Deadline
November 15
Priority Scholarship Deadline
*scholars@uark.edu for more info
February 1
Final Scholarship Deadline*scholars@uark.edu for more info
English Language Proficiency Requirement
Applicants seeking regular admission whose native language is not English must submit minimum satisfactory scores on one of the standardized English proficiency tests. Tests must have been taken within two years immediately preceding the requested semester of admission. View the requirements
International Undergraduate Student Type Definitions
New Freshmen
You have never attended a college or university OR
You are in high school and university courses concurrently OR
You have attempted fewer than 2 semester credit hours at a university immediately
after graduating from high school
Transfer Freshmen VS Transfer Students
Transfer freshmen have graduated from high school and have earned between 3 and 23 transferable university
credit hours.
Transfer students have graduated from high school and have earned 24 or more transferable university
credit hours.
Non-Degree Seeking
You wish to enroll in classes at the University of Arkansas but are not seeking a degree.
Visiting
You are enrolled in a degree program at another university and wish to take classes at the University of Arkansas for a summer, a semester, or a year before returning to your home institution – either as an independent visiting student OR as part of the University of Arkansas.
Exchange
Returning
You have previously been enrolled at the University of Arkansas and have earned no university credit hours since last attending.
International Undergraduate Admission Requirements
Choose an applicant type to learn more about requirements.
New Freshmen: Admission Requirements
Applicants with the equivalent of 12 years of schooling may be eligible for admission to the University if their secondary school record shows above average performance. Students' secondary school curriculum is expected to include:
- Studies of their native language
- English
- Mathematics
- Natural and/or physical science
- Social science
- The humanities
Applicants from countries where the primary-secondary system only includes eleven standard years may be considered for admission if they 1) have achieved a strong academic record and 2) can submit the final official leaving-school certificate. Those who have received Certificates of Education or Leaving School Certificates (i.e. GCSE, SPM, MCE, WASC), must have a minimum of five GCSE equivalent passes in subjects. These must be substantially equivalent to those studied in the U.S., including English.
Students should submit official copies of academic work. They are also encouraged to submit a letter from their headmaster or principal indicating their class ranking and the total number enrolled. We recommend that freshmen applicants sit for the SAT.
Academic Records
We only recognize diplomas, certificates and degrees completed at a school recognized by the home country ministry of education. Students are expected to have completed appropriate course work in natural and/or physical science, mathematics, social science, humanities, and language. International students with four or less semesters of U.S. schooling should refer to their country specific requirements
- Original secondary school transcripts.
- Transcripts must include the original native language transcript and an English language translation.
- Copies and English language translations must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institution to confirm they are literal translations.
- Certificate or diploma
Submit a certificate or diploma confirming graduation from a secondary education institution.- You must submit the original certificate or diploma in your native language. You must also submit an English translation that has been stamped or embossed by the issuing institution to confirm it is a literal translation.
- The issuing institution must also stamp or emboss copies to confirm they are legitimate.
ACT/SAT Requirement
The SAT or ACT is required for academic advisement and placement into University of Arkansas courses. If we do not receive the official score before your arrival to campus, you will be given a placement test before you are allowed to enroll.
The SAT or ACT is required to be considered for a scholarship. This University's ACT code is 0144 and the SAT code is 6866. Official scores must be received by the scholarship deadline.
Financial Requirement
Submit the Supplemental and Financial Information form and a bank statement or letter showing sufficient support for the first year of study in order to be issued an I-20. You will still be evaluated for admission if you do not submit the bank statement. However, the I-20 will not be sent until the bank statement requirement has been satisfied.
Transfer Freshmen: Admission Requirements
Overseas Applications
Overseas applicants must submit at the time of application official academic transcripts and course descriptions from any post-secondary institutions attended. If, on the basis of all course work attempted, an applicant is found to be admissible, advanced standing will be considered. Transfer credit is awarded on a course-by-course basis following a review of the appropriate course syllabus by the academic dean. Frequently, a final evaluation of transfer credit may not be completed until after the student's arrival on campus. We only recognize diplomas, certificates and degrees that were completed at a school recognized by the home country ministry of education.
Students Currently Studying in the U.S
Students currently studying in the U.S. must arrange to have official transcripts sent from each college or university attended. For admission to the University, the overall grade point average of all previous undergraduate work must be at least 2.0 ; 3.0 in high school (on a 4.0 scale) and the applicant must be showing satisfactory progress toward the completion of his or her degree program. The University reserves the right to deny admission to any student who is not eligible to return to his or her previous institution. Should a qualified student be attending a U.S. institution when the application is processed, conditional admission will be granted until the student's final transcript has been presented maintaining a minimum 2.0 grade point average; 3.0 in high school.
Academic Records
Official transcript from every college or university attended after high school.
- Transcripts must include the original native language transcript and an English language translation.
- Copies and English language translations must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institution confirming it is a literal translation.
If admitted you will be asked to submit course syllabi/descriptions of courses studied for possible transfer credit evaluation. Course descriptions will
be sent to appropriate faculty for review of credit transfer recommendations. A Transfer
of Credit Report is issued for all incoming transfer students. This report will be
used by your academic advisor for degree credit and placement into UA courses.
You may self-evaluate course work taken at another institution per our Transfer Course Equivalency Guides. We have course listings for many U.S. and foreign institutions. Courses not on this list will be reviewed for possible credit per evaluation of course syllabi/descriptions.
Financial Requirement
Submit the Supplemental and Financial Information form and a bank statement or letter showing sufficient support for the first year of study in order to be issued an I-20. You will still be evaluated for admission if you do not submit the bank statement. However, the I-20 will not be sent until the bank statement requirement has been satisfied.
Transfer Students: Admission Requirements
Overseas Applications
Overseas applicants must submit at the time of application official academic transcripts and course descriptions from any post-secondary institutions attended. If, on the basis of all course work attempted, an applicant is found to be admissible, advanced standing will be considered. Transfer credit is awarded on a course-by-course basis following a review of the appropriate course syllabus by the academic dean. Frequently, a final evaluation of transfer credit may not be completed until after the student's arrival on campus. We only recognize diplomas, certificates and degrees that were completed at a school recognized by the home country ministry of education.
Students Currently Studying in the U.S
Students currently studying in the U.S. must arrange to have official transcripts sent from each college or university attended. For admission to the University, the overall grade point average of all previous undergraduate work must be at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and the applicant must be showing satisfactory progress toward the completion of his or her degree program. The University reserves the right to deny admission to any student who is not eligible to return to his or her previous institution. Should a qualified student be attending a U.S. institution when the application is processed, conditional admission will be granted until the student's final transcript has been presented maintaining a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
Academic Records
Official transcript from every college or university attended after high school.
- Transcripts must include the original native language transcript and an English language translation.
- Copies and English language translations must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institution confirming it is a literal translation.
If admitted you will be asked to submit course syllabi/descriptions of courses studied for possible transfer credit evaluation. Course descriptions will
be sent to appropriate faculty for review of credit transfer recommendations. A Transfer
of Credit Report is issued for all incoming transfer students. This report will be
used by your academic advisor for degree credit and placement into UA courses.
You may self-evaluate course work taken at another institution per our Transfer Course Equivalency Guides. We have course listings for many U.S. and foreign institutions. Courses not on this list will be reviewed for possible credit per evaluation of course syllabi/descriptions.
Financial Requirement
Submit the Supplemental and Financial Information form and a bank statement or letter showing sufficient support for the first year of study in order to be issued an I-20. You will still be evaluated for admission if you do not submit the bank statement. However, the I-20 will not be sent until the bank statement requirement has been satisfied.
Non-Degree Seeking Students: Admission Requirements
Students seeking no degree from the University of Arkansas or who are enrolled in a degree program at another institution and taking classes to transfer to that institution. Admission as a special, non-degree seeking student is not intended to serve as a means of access to regular, degree-seeking status nor is it intended for a person who has earned unsatisfactory grades in previous high school or college coursework.
Visting Students: Admission Requirements
Students at international partner schools or independent visiting students who wish to participate in the University of Arkansas International Visiting Student Program must apply online and meet the established requirements. Visiting students may attend UA for no less than one semester and no more than one year. Visiting students will be enrolled as full-time non-degree students. This means that undergraduate students must be enrolled for a minimum of 12 credits per semester and graduate students must have a minimum of 9 credits. All students must provide proof of proficiency in English such as TOEFL or IELTS.
Exchange Students: Application Process
Exchange students are from a university that has a reciprocal exchange agreement with the University of Arkansas. To view a list of our exchange partners and to learn about the application visit Incoming Exchange Students.
Returning Students: Admission Requirements
Returning Students are those who have previously attended the University of Arkansas. The University of Arkansas regularly admits returning students. The materials required to complete your application depend on your particular situation.
International Undergraduate Admission Application Process
Choose an applicant type to learn more about the application process.
New Freshmen: Application Process
- APPLY
Visit the apply now section below to complete and submit the online application for admission. Once you submit the application, you will be directed to your Applicant Portal. This is where you will pay the application fee and upload most of the required documents to complete your application. - PAY APPLICATION FEE
$65.00 non-refundable application fee - UPLOAD SUMMARY OF EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE INTO YOUR APPLICATION PORTAL
- Download and complete the Summary of Educational Experience form.
- Log-in to your Applicant Portal and to upload the form.
- SUBMIT OFFICAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCORE
TOEFL scores must be sent from ETS using our institution code: 6866. IELTS scores can be sent to institution code 232 or you can email your TRF number to intlapp@uark.edu. PTE-A scores can be sent to the University of Arkansas. For all approved tests and minimum requirements see English language proficiency requirements. - UPLOAD UNOFFICAL COPIES OF ACADEMIC RECORDS
Upload unofficial copies of academic records/transcripts/mark sheets into your Applicant Portal as an Academic Record. For evaluation purposes, you may submit an unofficial copy of each transcript needed. Review of your application will begin once all documents needed for evaluation have been submitted.
If admitted, you must submit official transcripts and certificates. To be official, the documents must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institution and be sent directly from the institution OR you may submit the official documents in an enveloped sealed by the institution (and not opened by you). For documents not issued in English, a translation must accompany the submitted transcripts and certificates. Translations must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institutions to verify that it is a literal translation. - UPLOAD A COPY OF THE NAME PAGE OF YOUR PASSPORT INTO YOUR APPLICANT PORTAL
Login to your Applicant Portal to upload a copy of the Name page of your passport.
- SUBMIT OFFIAL SAT OR ACT TEST SCORES
Submit official SAT (Code 6866) or ACT (Code 0144) test scores, which are used for academic advisement and placement into courses. These must be sent directly from the testing agency.
A SAT or ACT must be submitted to be considered for scholarships. If SAT or ACT scores are not submitted, you will be required to take the Accuplacer test when you arrive on campus.
Transfer Freshmen: Application Process
- APPLY
Visit the apply now section below to complete and submit the online application for admission. Once you submit the application, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access your UA Connect applicant center. This is where you will upload most of the required documents to complete your application. Please note, it will take 2-5 days to receive this email and up to two weeks during our peak processing times. - PAY APPLICATION FEE
$65.00 non-refundable application fee - UPLOAD SUMMARY OF EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE INTO YOUR APPLICATION PORTAL
- Download and complete the Summary of Educational Experience form.
- Log-in to your Applicant Portal and to upload the form.
- SUBMIT OFFICAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCORE
TOEFL scores must be sent from ETS using our institution code: 6866. IELTS scores can be sent to institution code 232 or you can email your TRF number to intlapp@uark.edu. PTE-A scores can be sent to the University of Arkansas. For all approved tests and minimum requirements see English language proficiency requirements. - UPLOAD UNOFFICAL COPIES OF ACADEMIC RECORDS
Upload unofficial copies of academic records/transcripts/mark sheets into your Applicant Portal as an Academic Record. For evaluation purposes, you may submit an unofficial copy of each transcript needed. Review of your application will begin once all documents needed for evaluation have been submitted.
If admitted, you must submit official transcripts and certificates. To be official, the documents must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institution and be sent directly from the institution OR you may submit the official documents in an enveloped sealed by the institution (and not opened by you). For documents not issued in English, a translation must accompany the submitted transcripts and certificates. Translations must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institutions to verify that it is a literal translation. - UPLOAD A COPY OF THE NAME PAGE OF YOUR PASSPORT INTO YOUR APPLICANT PORTAL
Login to your Applicant Portal to upload a copy of the Name page of your passport.
- SUBMIT OFFIAL SAT OR ACT TEST SCORES
Submit official SAT (Code 6866) or ACT (Code 0144) test scores, which are used for academic advisement and placement into courses. These must be sent directly from the testing agency.
A SAT or ACT must be submitted to be considered for scholarships. If SAT or ACT scores are not submitted, you will be required to take the Accuplacer test when you arrive on campus.
Transfer Students: Application Process
- APPLY
Visit the apply now section below to complete and submit the online application for admission. Once you submit the application, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access your UA Connect applicant center. This is where you will upload most of the required documents to complete your application. Please note, it will take 2-5 days to receive this email and up to two weeks during our peak processing times. - PAY APPLICATION FEE
$65.00 non-refundable application fee - UPLOAD SUMMARY OF EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE INTO YOUR APPLICATION PORTAL
- Download and complete the Summary of Educational Experience form.
- Log-in to your Applicant Portal and to upload the form.
- SUBMIT OFFICAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCORE
TOEFL scores must be sent from ETS using our institution code: 6866. IELTS scores can be sent to institution code 232 or you can email your TRF number to intlapp@uark.edu. PTE-A scores can be sent to the University of Arkansas. For all approved tests and minimum requirements see English language proficiency requirements. - UPLOAD UNOFFICAL COPIES OF ACADEMIC RECORDS
Upload unofficial copies of academic records/transcripts/mark sheets into your Applicant Portal as an Academic Record. For evaluation purposes, you may submit an unofficial copy of each transcript needed. Review of your application will begin once all documents needed for evaluation have been submitted.
If admitted, you must submit official transcripts and certificates. To be official, the documents must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institution and be sent directly from the institution OR you may submit the official documents in an enveloped sealed by the institution (and not opened by you). For documents not issued in English, a translation must accompany the submitted transcripts and certificates. Translations must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institutions to verify that it is a literal translation. - UPLOAD A COPY OF THE NAME PAGE OF YOUR PASSPORT INTO YOUR APPLICANT PORTAL
Login to your Applicant Portal to upload a copy of the Name page of your passport.
Non-Degree Seeking Students: Application Process
- APPLY
Visit the apply now section below to complete and submit the online application for admission. Once you submit the application, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access your UA Connect applicant center. This is where you will upload most of the required documents to complete your application. Please note, it will take 2-5 days to receive this email and up to two weeks during our peak processing times. - PAY APPLICATION FEE
$65.00 non-refundable application fee - SUBMIT OFFICAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCORE
TOEFL scores must be sent from ETS using our institution code: 6866. IELTS scores can be sent to institution code 232 or you can email your TRF number to intlapp@uark.edu. PTE-A scores can be sent to the University of Arkansas. For all approved tests and minimum requirements see English language proficiency requirements. - UPLOAD A COPY OF THE NAME PAGE OF YOUR PASSPORT INTO YOUR APPLICANT PORTAL
Login to your Applicant Portal to upload a copy of the Name page of your passport.
- SUBMIT OFFIAL SAT OR ACT TEST SCORES IF ATTENDING ANOTHER INSTITUTION
Students attending other colleges or universities and who wish to enroll at the university to earn credits that they plan on transferring back to their home institution must submit an official college transcript or a letter from their home institution demonstrating good standing in addition to the application, non-refundable application fee, and TOEFL (if required).
Visting Students: Application Process
Students must submit documents below through the Application for International Visiting Students page:
- A Letter of Nomination must come from an administrator at the student's home university.
- Proof of English language proficiency
- The Supplemental and Financial Support form
- Statement of Purpose
- A photocopy of the ID page of your current passport
- An academic transcript
- Proof of Immunization Form
Independent students are welcome to apply. Applicants from UA's exchange partner institutions must be endorsed by the partnering school administrator to be considered for participation in the exchange program.
Exchange Students: Application Process
Exchange students are from a university that has a reciprocal exchange agreement with the University of Arkansas. To view a list of our exchange partners and to learn about the application visit Incoming Exchange Students.
Returning Transfer Students: Application Process
- APPLY
Visit the apply now section below to complete and submit the online application for admission. Once you submit the application, you will be directed to your Applicant Portal. This is where you will pay the application fee and upload most of the required documents to complete your application. - PAY APPLICATION FEE
$65.00 non-refundable application fee - SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT FROM EACH UNIVERSITY ATTENDED
Supply a transcript from each institution attended since leaving the university. Upload unofficial copies academic records/transcripts/mark sheets into your UA Connect applicant center. For evaluation purposes, you may submit an unofficial copy of each transcript needed. Instructions for uploading your transcript(s) will be sent to you when your application is processed. Review of your application will begin once all documents needed for evaluation have been submitted.
If admitted, you must submit official transcripts and certificates. To be official, the documents must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institution and be sent directly from the institution OR you may submit the official documents in an enveloped sealed by the institution and not opened by you. For documents not issued in English, a translation must accompany the submitted transcripts and certificates. Translations must be stamped or embossed by the issuing institutions to verify that it is a literal translation. - SUBMIT THE SUPPLEMENTAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
Submit the Supplemental and Financial Information form verifying sufficient funds. Please make sure all financial documents are saved as one pdf document.
Returning Students: Application Process
- APPLY
Visit the apply now section below to complete and submit the online application for admission. Once you submit the application, you will be directed to your Applicant Portal. This is where you will pay the application fee and upload most of the required documents to complete your application. - PAY APPLICATION FEE
$65.00 non-refundable application fee - SUBMIT THE SUPPLEMENTAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
Submit the Supplemental and Financial Information form verifying sufficient funds. Please make sure all financial documents are saved as one pdf document.
Your eligibility for admission depends on your academic standing at the time you left the university. All students dismissed from the university must first seek approval from the Academic Standards Committee before gaining admission. Students returning following academic suspension may apply for a term that is one major semester (Spring or Fall) after the term during which they were suspended. The first enrollment when returning from suspension may not be during an intersession.
All other students will be admitted under the same academic standing they held when they left the university. If you are unsure of your standing please consult the admission section of the Catalog of Studies.
Apply Now
The New Student Center manages your application process, including applying for admission, uploading related documents, applying for scholarship opportunities and registering for new student orientation.
Starting a New Application
- Select "Create an account" under the "First-time users" heading above.
- Enter the requested information. Be sure to use a personal email address that you will have access to at all times, even after graduation.
- Check your email for a message from the Office of Admissions with the subject line "Account Created - University of Arkansas Undergraduate Admissions," and follow the steps listed there. Take note of the PIN included in this message – it is your temporary password to activate your account.
- Follow the "Activate Account" link in this message to activate your account and establish a password.
Check Your Application Status
Log in with the email address and password you set up before applying. Your Application Checklist will list the outstanding items for your application.
Forgot your password or lose your PIN?
Visit the reset password page for returning users. Do not create an account using a separate email address.
Contact Graduate and International Education Admissions at intlapp@uark.edu.
Additional Notes
- When submitting your online application, you must list all institutions attended. Failure to do so is a violation of University of Arkansas policy and may lead to revocation of your admission.
- Application information, supporting materials, and admission status are confidential. They can be discussed ONLY with the applicant and persons designated on the Supplemental and Financial Information Form.
- All official documents submitted become the property of the University of Arkansas and will not be returned.
- Review the required secondary education documents.
After You Apply
Choose an applicant type to learn more about what to expect after you apply.
New Freshmen: After You Apply
- Submit all required documents and test scores.
- Please allow 2-3 weeks to complete your application review.
- You may track your application progress through your Applicant Portal.
- We will notify you by email when the admission decision has been made. You can view your decision in your Applicant Portal.
- If an I-20 has been requested, you will see any items needed for issuing your I-20
in your "To-Do List" in your UAConnect Applicant Center.
Upon Admission
- ACCEPTING ADMISSION OFFER
You can now accept your offer of admission by logging into your Applicant Portal. - REVIEW YOUR ADMISSION NOTICE FOR ANY ITEMS THAT YOU MAY NEED TO BRING WITH YOU
If any more items are needed before to enrolling (such as final transcripts or official test scores), you should submit these items as soon as possible. If you do not, you will not be able to enroll.
- Upload the Supplemental and Financial Information form and a bank statement or letter in your Applicant Portal. These must verify the source and amount of your funding.
- Upload financial verification in your Applicant Portal. Use the Tuition Estimator to roughly figure costs of attendance. You must show the full amount for issuance of your 1-20 or DS-2019. Please add USD $5,780 to your total estimated cost of attendance for each dependent (spouse and/or children) who will accompany you.
- Official, certified transcripts in a sealed and stamped envelope must be mailed to:
International Admissions Office
340 N. Campus Drive/ Gearhart Hall 213
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
USA
- I-20 AND PAY SEVIS FEE
If you are requesting an I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant F-1) or DS-2019 (Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor J-1), you will need to upload the Supplemental and Financial Information form into your Applicant Portal. Upload supporting documents as well, such as a bank statement (See "Funding Your Studies"). Bank statements or letters of support should be combined into one PDF document to upload as Financial Verification. See our Estimated Cost of Attendance section, to determine the amount you need to show.
Once the financial documents are verified by our Admissions Office, you will receive an email asking you to confirm the address where you want the I-20 to be mailed. If you wish to expedite your I-20 at your expense, you will have 5 days to respond. Be sure to check your UARK email often.
- PRE-ARRIVAL AND ORIENTATION
Visit Preparing to Arrive for next steps (This will take you to the link on the left navigation)
Transfer Freshmen: After You Apply
- Submit all required documents and test scores.
- Please allow 2-3 weeks to complete your application review.
- You may track your application progress through your UAConnect Applicant Center.
- We will notify you by email of the admission decision.
- If an I-20 has been requested, you will see any items needed for issuing your I-20
in your To-Do List in your UAConnect Applicant Center.
Upon Admission
- ACCEPTING ADMISSION OFFER
You can now accept your offer of admission by logging into your Applicant Portal. - REVIEW YOUR ADMISSION NOTICE FOR ANY ITEMS THAT YOU MAY NEED TO BRING WITH YOU
If any more items are needed before to enrolling (such as final transcripts or official test scores), you should submit these items as soon as possible. If you do not, you will not be able to enroll.
- Upload the Supplemental and Financial Information form and a bank statement or letter in your Applicant Portal. These must verify the source and amount of your funding.
- Upload financial verification in your Applicant Portal. Use the Tuition Estimator to roughly figure costs of attendance. You must show the full amount for issuance of your 1-20 or DS-2019. Please add USD $5,780 to your total estimated cost of attendance for each dependent (spouse and/or children) who will accompany you.
- Official, certified transcripts in a sealed and stamped envelope must be mailed to:
International Admissions Office
340 N. Campus Drive/ Gearhart Hall 213
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
USA
- I-20 AND PAY SEVIS FEE
If you are requesting an I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant F-1) or DS-2019 (Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor J-1), you will need to upload the Supplemental and Financial Information form into your Applicant Portal. Upload supporting documents as well, such as a bank statement (See "Funding Your Studies"). Bank statements or letters of support should be combined into one PDF document to upload as Financial Verification. See our Estimated Cost of Attendance section, to determine the amount you need to show.
Once the financial documents are verified by our Admissions Office, you will receive an email asking you to confirm the address where where you want the I-20 to be mailed. If you wish to expedite your I-20 at your expense, you will have 5 days to respond. Be sure to check your UARK email often.
- PRE-ARRIVAL AND ORIENTATION
Visit Preparing to Arrive for next steps (This will take you to the link on the left navigation)
Transfer Students: After You Apply
- Submit all required documents and test scores.
- Please allow 2-3 weeks to complete your application review.
- You may track your application progress through your UAConnect Applicant Center.
- We will notify you by email of the admission decision.
- If an I-20 has been requested, you will see any items needed for issuing your I-20
in your To-Do List in your UAConnect Applicant Center.
Upon Admission
- ACCEPTING ADMISSION OFFER
You can now accept your offer of admission by logging into your Applicant Portal. - REVIEW YOUR ADMISSION NOTICE FOR ANY ITEMS THAT YOU MAY NEED TO BRING WITH YOU
If any more items are needed before to enrolling (such as final transcripts or official test scores), you should submit these items as soon as possible. If you do not, you will not be able to enroll.
- Upload the Supplemental and Financial Information form and a bank statement or letter in your Applicant Portal. These must verify the source and amount of your funding.
- Upload financial verification in your Applicant Portal. Use the Tuition Estimator to roughly figure costs of attendance. You must show the full amount for issuance of your 1-20 or DS-2019. Please add USD $5,780 to your total estimated cost of attendance for each dependent (spouse and/or children) who will accompany you.
- Official, certified transcripts in a sealed and stamped envelope must be mailed to:
International Admissions Office
340 N. Campus Drive/ Gearhart Hall 213
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
USA
- I-20 AND PAY SEVIS FEE
If you are requesting an I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant F-1) or DS-2019 (Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor J-1), you will need to upload the Supplemental and Financial Information form into your Applicant Portal. Upload supporting documents as well, such as a bank statement (See "Funding Your Studies"). Bank statements or letters of support should be combined into one PDF document to upload as Financial Verification. See our Estimated Cost of Attendance section, to determine the amount you need to show.
Once the financial documents are verified by our Admissions Office, you will receive an email asking you to confirm the address where where you want the I-20 to be mailed. If you wish to expedite your I-20 at your expense, you will have 5 days to respond. Be sure to check your UARK email often.
- PRE-ARRIVAL AND ORIENTATION
Visit Preparing to Arrive for next steps (This will take you to the link on the left navigation)
Non-Degree Seeking Students: Upon Admission
You will need to provide a few more documents.
- Upload the Supplemental and Financial Information form and a bank statement or letter in your UAConnect Applicant Center, verifying the source and amount of your funding.
- Upload financial verification in your UAConnect Applicant Center. See Funding Your Studies for the estimated costs of attendance. You must show the full amount for issuance of your 1-20 or DS-2019.
- Official, certified transcripts in a sealed and stamped envelope must be mailed to:
International Admissions Office
340 N. Campus Drive/ Gearhart Hall 213
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
USA
Returning Students: After You Apply
- Submit all required documents and test scores (if applicable).
- Please allow 2-3 weeks to complete your application review.
- You may track your application progress through your UAConnect Applicant Center.
- We will notify you by email of the admission decision.
- If an I-20 has been requested, you will see any items needed for issuing your I-20 in your To-Do List in your UAConnect Applicant Center.