About University of Arkansas Fayetteville
That 'students-first' philosophy is a big reason why the U of A is consistently ranked among the nation's top public research universities and best values. We work hard to ensure a low student-to-faculty ratio that promotes plenty of personal attention and mentoring opportunities. The Carnegie Foundation classifies the university as having "the highest possible level of research," placing us among the top 3 percent of colleges and universities nationwide.
Founded in 1871 as a land-grant institution, the University of Arkansas is the flagship of the University of Arkansas System. Our 34,000 plus students represent all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The U of A has 10 colleges and schools offering more than 270 academic programs. The University of Arkansas is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Our picturesque campus is located in Fayetteville in the hilly northwest corner of Arkansas and includes two arboreta overlooking the Ozark Mountains. Some of the nation’s best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. Fayetteville is routinely considered among the country’s finest college towns, and the surrounding Northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S.
About University of Arkansas Fayetteville
That 'students-first' philosophy is a big reason why the U of A is consistently ranked among the nation's top public research universities and best values. We work hard to ensure a low student-to-faculty ratio that promotes plenty of personal attention and mentoring opportunities. The Carnegie Foundation classifies the university as having "the highest possible level of research," placing us among the top 3 percent of colleges and universities nationwide.
Founded in 1871 as a land-grant institution, the University of Arkansas is the flagship of the University of Arkansas System. Our 34,000 plus students represent all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The U of A has 10 colleges and schools offering more than 270 academic programs. The University of Arkansas is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Our picturesque campus is located in Fayetteville in the hilly northwest corner of Arkansas and includes two arboreta overlooking the Ozark Mountains. Some of the nation’s best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. Fayetteville is routinely considered among the country’s finest college towns, and the surrounding Northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S.
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University of Arkansas Fayetteville is one of the top Public universities in Fayetteville, United States. It is ranked #1201-1400 in QS World University Rankings 2027.
QS World University Rankings
- 2020#801-1000
- 2021#1001+
- 2022#1001-1200
- 2023#1001-1200
- 2024#1001-1200
- 2025#1001-1200
- 2026#1001-1200
- 2027#1201-1400
QS World University Rankings
- 2020#801-1000
- 2021#1001+
- 2022#1001-1200
- 2023#1001-1200
- 2024#1001-1200
- 2025#1001-1200
- 2026#1001-1200
- 2027#1201-1400
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