International Cost & Funding

The University of Arkansas is proud to offer affordable tuition and ways to offset the costs of a university education through numerous funding opportunities including scholarships, fellowships and flexible employment.

Evidence of Financial Support for F-1 and J-1 Visa Holders

Both undergraduate and graduate international students must submit the Supplemental and Financial Information form and supporting documents, which may include bank statements, affidavit of support, sponsorship award, or a scholarship/assistantship from the University of Arkansas. These documents must verify sufficient funds to cover all first year expenses including tuition, fees, insurance, and cost of living. Immigration documents, such as I-20 and DS-2019, will not be issued without documentation that all funds are available. 

Undergraduate Cost of Attendance

The amounts listed below are estimates based on current cost of attendance. For more accurate amounts based on your specific circumstance, please visit the Office of Financial Aid.

 

Estimated Cost of Attendance for Non-Resident Undergraduate Students
Status Hours Tuition Fees Tuition/Fee Subtotal Books Room Board Personal Transportation Total
Undergraduate Dependent dorm/off 30 $27,758 $2,208 $29,966 $1,154 $9,084 $5,160 $3,288 $2,640 $51,292
Undergraduate Dependent w/parent 30 $27,758 $2,208 $29,966 $1,154 $9,084 $5,160 $3,288 $2,640 $44,170
Undergraduate Independent 30 $27,758 $2,208 $29,966 $1,154 $9,084 $5,160 $3,288 $2,640 $51,292

Loans

The University of Arkansas does not provide loans to international students. However, private lenders that provide educational loans may be an option for international students. The University of Arkansas is legally prohibited from offering assistance on student loans for international students. Instead, students work directly with the private lender to secure funding. 

Private lenders that we recommend:  

(Please note, not all international students will be eligible for the loans listed. It is always best to check with options within your home country.)

Graduate Cost of Attendance

The amounts listed below are estimates based on current cost of attendance. For more accurate amounts based on your specific circumstance, please visit the Office of Financial Aid.

 

Estimated Cost of Attendance for Non-Resident Graduate Students
Status Hours Tuition Fees Tuition/Fee Subtotal Books Room Board Personal Transportation Total
Graduate 24 $29,132 $1,760 $30,892 $1,154 $9,084 $5,160 $3,288 $2,640 $52,218
Graduate (Business) 24 $41,342 $1,852 $43,194 $1,154 $9,084 $5,160 $3,288 $2,640 $64,520

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate assistantships (GAs) are awarded by various departments or units on campus. On 50% assistantships, students work 20 hours per week (in teaching, research, or other areas) or teach up to two 3 credit hour courses. Students on 25% assistantships will work 10 hours per week.

 

Base Pay Rates and Benefits

Graduate assistantships (GAs) are awarded by various departments or units on campus. On 50% assistantships, students work 20 hours per week (in teaching, research, or other areas) or teach up to two 3 credit hour courses. Students on 25% assistantships will work 10 hours per week.

Current minimum graduate assistantship base pay rates will be set by the Graduate School and International Education at the beginning of each fiscal year.

50% Graduate Assistantships Minimums

Degree Monthly (approximate) 9-month 12-month
Masters $1,326 $11,936 $15,915
MFA $1,591 $14,322 $19,096
Doctoral $1,591 $14,322 $19,096
Effective July 1, 2023

Graduate assistants appointed to at least a 25% position will be classified as in-state students for tuition purposes. Graduate assistants appointed to a least a 50% position will be classified as in-state students for tuition purposes AND will have in-state tuition waived. Miscellaneous fees (course fees, activity fees, college fees, etc.), books, housing and other expenses are the responsibility of the graduate student.

Tuition waivers are submitted each semester by the department on behalf of the 50% appointed graduate assistant and cover in-state graduate tuition for up to 15 hours in fall and spring semesters. If the student is appointed as a GA in the summer, the tuition waiver covers up to 6 hours for one five-week session, 9 hours for one ten-week session or two five–week sessions.

Financial aid is typically disbursed the week before classes begin. All tuition waivers must be submitted by the department by the fifth day of classes in the spring/fall semesters and by the second day of classes in the summer.

Graduate Assistants on a 50% appointment or greater will also have 67% of their student health insurance paid for by the University for those students eligible for health insurance. Students are responsible for the remainder of the premium. Miscellaneous fees and insurance premiums may be payroll-deducted.

Once hired into a Graduate Assistantship position, students will see a “to do” item in UA Connect, requiring them to accept or decline the insurance. If a GA accepts the GA health insurance charge, it will post to their student account and the insurance activation process begins. For specific instructions on electing health insurance in UA Connect, please see the Treasurer’s Website. Click on “Student Health Insurance” in the gray box.

International students who are on a GA position must also accept the insurance in UA Connect as well. This will apply the GA subsidy to the international student insurance fee.

Connect with Financial Support Offices

 

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID

114 Silas Hunt Hall
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701

Phone: 479-575-3806
finaid@uark.edu 
finaid.uark.edu

TREASURER’S OFFICE

640 N. Garland Ave
Suite 108
Fayetteville, AR 72701

Phone: 479-575-5651
treainfo@uark.edu 
treasurernet.uark.edu

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE

114 Silas H. Hunt Hall
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701

Phone: 479-575-4464
scholars@uark.edu 
scholarships.uark.edu