Scholarship Opportunity

UA Fort Smith Arkansas Scholars Scholarship

Offered by University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Admission-based award for certified Arkansas Scholars at eight named high schools.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Eligibility

  • Spring graduate beginning a UAFS bachelor’s degree the following fall, certified as an Arkansas Scholar by Alma, Greenwood, Mountainburg, Northside, Ozark, Southside, Van Buren or Westside.
  • Complete Smart Core coursework, earn C or better in every academic course, meet 95% school attendance and finish high school in eight consecutive semesters.

Requirements

  • No separate scholarship form. Counselor submits the certified list to scholarships@uafs.edu by the annual June 1 deadline; the displayed date is its next occurrence in 2027. Apply early for admission.
  • Renewal: cumulative UAFS GPA 2.8, enroll in 15 credits per semester and earn 30 per year. Cannot combine with another UAFS tuition scholarship.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for admission and ask your high-school counselor to confirm certification and submit the school list by June 1.