Guided by a ‘students first’ philosophy, the University of Arkansas offers high-caliber teaching and hands-on research experiences to undergraduate and graduate students on a beautiful campus in Fayetteville, rated one of the best places to live in the nation. As one of the nation’s fastest growing public research universities, the U of A is flourishing, with enrollment now exceeding 27,500 students. The university has also invested more than $1.3 billion in new construction, major renovations and facilities enhancements since 2000. Since its founding, the University of Arkansas has compiled a remarkable record of scientific, technological, intellectual and creative accomplishments.