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University of Arkansas at Monticello

The University of Arkansas at Monticello consists of three campus locations: the original campus in Monticello, the UAM College of Technology-Crossett, and the UAM College of Technology-McGehee. The Monticello campus offers associate, baccalaureate, and selected master's degree programs. The Crossett and McGehee locations provide technical classes leading to certificates of proficiency, technical certificates, and associate of applied science degrees. The University of Arkansas at Monticello is ideally located to serve the state's educational and technical needs and provides an excellent setting for the state's only School of Forest Resources. Included in the University's total acreage are 1,544 acres of forestland used for research, management and instruction and 300 acres devoted to agricultural teaching and research. The University of Arkansas at Monticello is a member of the University of Arkansas System, which currently consists of universities in Fayetteville, Pine Bluff, Little Rock, Monticello, and Fort Smith as well as five community colleges; the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences; the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts; and the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service.

The mission the University of Arkansas at Monticello shares with all universities is the commitment to search for truth and understanding through scholastic endeavor. The University seeks to enhance and share knowledge, to preserve and promote the intellectual content of society, and to educate people for critical thought. The University provides learning experiences that enable students to synthesize knowledge, communicate effectively, use knowledge and technology with intelligence and responsibility, and act creatively within their own and other cultures. The University strives for excellence in all its endeavors. Educational opportunities encompass the liberal arts, basic and applied sciences, selected professions, and vocational/technical preparation. These opportunities are founded in a strong program of general education and are fulfilled through comtemporary disciplinary curricula, certification programs, and vocational/technical education or workforce training. The University assures opportunities in higher education for both traditional and non-traditional students and strives to provide an environment that fosters individual achievement and personal development.

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Living in the UAM Community

The UAM Monticello campus is located three miles south of Monticello, Arkansas, adjacent to U.S. Highway 425. Monticello, the county seat of Drew County, is located approximately 100 miles southeast of Little Rock and 85 miles north of Monroe, Louisiana. The UAM College of Technology-Crossett is located 4.5 miles north of Crossett, Arkansas. The UAM College of Technology-McGehee is located within the city limits of McGehee, Arkansas.

Graphic Silhouette of College Students

UAM is located in the southeast region of "the Natural State." Opportunities abound for community involvement and recreation.

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The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2010?

Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students 3,638
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Undergraduate Snapshot

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Total Undergraduate Students 3,506
 
Gender
Women 2,074 59%
Men 1,432 41%
 
Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native 10 <1%
Asian 8 <1%
African American / Black 1,107 32%
Hispanic 63 2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0 <1%
White 2,250 64%
Two or More Races 30 1%
International 12 <1%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported 26 1%
Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do UAM undergraduates call home?
 
Arkansas 87%
Other US States & Territories 13%
Other Countries <1%
Residency Unknown <1%
 
How old are UAM undergraduates?
Average Age 25
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older 31%
 
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New Student Applications (Fall 2010)

Of the 2,919 new freshman applicants, 50% were admitted and 52% of the admitted students enrolled at University of Arkansas at Monticello in Fall 2010.
Of the 778 transfer applicants, 47% were admitted and 79% of the admitted students enrolled at University of Arkansas at Monticello in Fall 2010.
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New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores

Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended

Shows middle 50% of testing range
Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen ACT
Composite 16 - 22
Math 16 - 22
English 15 - 23
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
High School Preparation
High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen
 
Percent in top of graduating class Data Not Available
Average High School GPA (4-point scale) 2.77
Percent who submitted High School GPA 92%
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Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?

Typical Undergraduate Costs for 2009-10 without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)

Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $15,104

Out-of-State & Other Costs

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The cost to attend University of Arkansas at Monticello varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.

How much would I pay?

Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?

Scholarships & Grants

  • 72% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $3,952. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.

Annual Need-Based Loans

  • 57% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $3,443. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.

Percent of 2009-2010 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid

NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.

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UAM Classes & Instructors

Classroom Environment
 
Students per Faculty 19 to 1
Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students 81%
Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students 96%
 
Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty 151
% of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female 49%
% of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color 6%
% of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study 53%

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Campus-based Housing

44% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
18% of all undergraduates live on campus

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Campus Safety

The Department of Public Safety helps provide an environment conducive to the educational pursuits of the University. The department provides parking and traffic control, criminal investigation, information, and gun storage among other services. The Department of Public Safety may be reached 24 hours a day at 460-1000.

Campus Crime Statistics

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Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics

The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/

Basic Type
Master's Colleges and Universities (smaller programs)
Size and Setting
Small four-year, primarily residential
Enrollment Profile
Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile
Full-time four-year, inclusive
Undergraduate Instructional Program
Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program
Postbaccalaureate professional (education dominant)

NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.

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Student Activities and Involvement at UAM

Students evaluate each instructor and course near the end of each semester. That information is presented for review and consultation to the Dean of each academic unit, and to the faculty member once the semester ends.  The Office of Financial Aid also surveys students; contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information.

Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the College Student Experiences Questionnaire (CSEQ). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.

Group Learning Experiences

  • <1% of seniors participated in discussions with other students and faculty members outside of class
  • <1% of seniors worked on class assignments and projects with other students
  • <1% of seniors managed or provided leadership for a club or organization

Active Learning Experiences

  • <1% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week outside of class on academic activities
  • <1% of seniors worked with a faculty member on a research project
  • <1% of seniors worked on an off-campus committee, organization, or project
  • <1% of seniors applied material learned in class to other areas such as jobs or internships

Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success

  • <1% of seniors discussed career plans with a faculty member
  • <1% of seniors discussed academic programs or course selections with a faculty member
  • <1% of seniors used a learning lab or center to improve skills
  • <1% of seniors talked with a faculty or staff member about personal concerns
  • <1% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations

Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff

  • <1% of seniors worked harder after receiving feedback from an instructor
  • <1% of seniors discussed grades, make-up work, or assignments with their instructor
  • <1% of seniors discussed ideas for term papers or other class projects with a faculty member
  • <1% of seniors requested feedback from instructors about academic performance
  • <1% of seniors found campus staff to be helpful, considerate, or flexible

Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas

  • <1% of seniors had discussions with students from a different country than their own
  • <1% of seniors had discussions with students whose philosophy of life and personal values were very different from their own
  • <1% of seniors had discussions with students whose race or ethnic background was different than their own

Student Satisfaction

  • <1% of seniors would attend the same university again if they started over

Evaluation of Experiences

Survey Administration Process

Survey Information

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Majors and Degrees

Degrees awarded at University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2009-10
Degrees awarded at University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2009-10
Associate's 242
Bachelor's 331
Master's 53
Total 626

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Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2009-10
Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2009-10
 
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES 22%
EDUCATION 11%
PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES 10%
HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS 8%
AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES 6%
Links to degree programs at University of Arkansas at Monticello
Links to degree programs at University of Arkansas at Monticello

Associate's

Bachelor's

Master's

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Future Plans of Spring 2011 Bachelor's Degree Recipients

Survey Response Rate: 83%

Survey Administration Process

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Student Success & Progress Rate

A 49% four-year success and progress rate means that 49% of students starting in Fall 2004 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.

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Counts for the Fall 2004 entering class shown in the graph above.
  • 562 First-Time, Full-Time Students
  • 176 Full-Time Transfer Students

Success & Progress Rate Table

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Retention of Freshman Class

First-time students in Fall 2009 that returned for their second year: 42%

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Student Learning at University of Arkansas at Monticello

All colleges and universities use multiple approaches to measure student learning. Many of these are specific to particular disciplines, many are coordinated with accrediting agencies, and many are based on outcomes after students have graduated.

Annually, each academic unit submits an Assessment Report to the Provost and Council on Assessment of Student Academic Achievement (CASAA) Committee. Reports are reviewed by the committee and minutes are available to the public.

Learning Assessment Examples

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Pilot Project to Measure Core Learning Outcomes

Colleges and universities participating in the College Portrait measure the typical improvement in students' abilities to think, reason, and write using one of three tests. This is part of a pilot project to better understand and compare what students learn between their freshman and senior years at different colleges and universities.

Assessment of student learning outcomes is completed independently by each academic unit. The URL above links to the assessment webpage.

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