Why UCA?

Is college in your future?

If you are looking for an opportunity to learn from nationally renowned faculty who make the classroom an exciting and stimulating place to be, then UCA is right for you.

The University of Central Arkansas is a living and learning community where students come first! UCA currently ranks among the 25 most desirable large universities by Kaplan and Newsweek, providing a variety of academic, social, athletic, and leadership experiences to help students develop both personally and professionally. Why UCA?

19:1 STUDENT-PROFESSOR RATIO
ensuring the small class sizes and personalized attention from instructors that you need to excel

80 UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM OPTIONS
developing your interests and preparing you for graduate study or a career in today’s rapidly evolving job market

APPLIED RESEARCH AND SCHOLARLY PURSUIT
working with your professors on special research projects, and conference presentations in your field of study

VALUE
tremendous faculty, wonderful facilities, unique programs of study, quality worth the investment

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
taking your education beyond the classroom through internships, many of which are paid

DIVERSE STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF
celebrating the contributions of our campus community and promoting the exchange of ideas

THRIVING STUDENT LIFE
featuring over 200 clubs and organizations, an active on-campus Greek life, 17 NCAA Division 1 teams and more than a dozen intramural sports

LOCATION, UBICACION, ENVIRONS
great town, beautiful campus, a good fit for outdoor enthusiasts and easy access to metro area nightlife