33% More Incoming In-State Freshmen Will Attend UofA

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The University of Arkansas is awarding an additional $300,000 in new scholarships to incoming freshmen from Arkansas in an effort to increase access and affordability for in-state students.

U of A Chancellor Joseph Steinmetz authorized the increased funding to help make attending the U of A more affordable for Arkansas students.

I want every student in every county of this state to know that we believe in their dreams and want to partner with them.”

The additional U of A support has already made a difference: 33 percent more incoming in-state freshmen have accepted scholarships compared to this time last year.

recruitment and counseling positions in eastern Arkansas to help inform interested students about the U of A and prepare them to enter the university environment. These positions are part of a concerted effort to improve the university’s ability to reach and serve underrepresented communities.

The University of Arkansas currently has 10 recruiters who work in the state. The additional staff will ensure that U of A representatives can visit every high school in the state every year and can provide both academic and financial counseling.

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