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Is University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Worth It?

Fort Smith, AR · Small city · 4,091 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is a Baccalaureate College located in small city in Fort Smith, AR. It enrolls approximately 4,091 students. The acceptance rate is 80%, making it broadly accessible. 38% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — low, which is a red flag worth researching before enrolling. With $41,102 median earnings and $18,250 median debt, median debt equals about 5 months of gross pay (estimate) — a solid ROI.

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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)

Avg Net Price / Year
$10,574
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,250
Median Earnings (10yr)
$41,102
Acceptance Rate
80%
4-yr Grad Rate
38%
Tuition (In-State)
$7,334
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$12,182
3-yr Loan Repayment
52%
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