University of Arkansas Honors College
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| Established: | 1905 |
| Type: | Public |
| Endowment: | $11 Million |
| Dean: | Bob McMath |
| Students: | 1,604 |
| Undergraduates: | 1,317 |
| Postgraduates: | 287 |
| Location: | Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA |
| Campus: | University of Arkansas |
| Affiliations: | University of Arkansas |
| Website: | http://honorscollege.uark.edu/ |
The Honors College at the University of Arkansas enhances the learning of students by sharing unique learning experiences with participants. Around 15% of Arkansas undergraduates participate in Honors. Although Honors students are assisted with applying for prestigious post-graduate honors and fellowships, students also benefit from smaller classes, a more hands-on approach, as well as priority scheduling.[1] The dean of the University of Arkansas Honors College is currently Bob McMath, former vice-provost of Georgia Tech.[1] The Honors College serves all undergraduate majors.[1]
In April of 2002, the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation donated $300 million to the University of Arkansas.[1] The donation was the largest in the history of public education.[1] After the donation, the Honors College announced its goal to enroll 2,000 Honors College undergraduates by the year 2010. This goal was met three years early.[1] The University of Arkansas also set records for students in a freshman class, total enrollment, and minority enrollment in 2007. [2]
[edit] Study Abroad grants
Over forty grants are available to financially aid students who wish to study abroad.[1] Up to of $12,000 can be awarded for year-long foreign study.
[edit] References
- ^ a b c d e f g "History." Honor College History Retrieved on 29-3 2008.
- ^ Voorhies, Steve. "University of Arkansas Honors College Reaches Enrollment Goal 3 Years Ahead of Schedule." September 13, 2007. Daily Headlines University of Arkansas. Retrieved on 19-4 2008.
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