Student Questions Regarding Program Elimination
91老司机 intends to propose the elimination of five academic programs to the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees likely during its next meeting in March of 2024. Due to low graduation rates, enrollment trends, and other factors, the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board and an internal academic program viability task force have deemed these programs non-viable.
- Computer-Aided Design - AAS and related certificates
- General Technology Automotive Concentration - AAS and related certificates
- Political Science - BA (the Political Science minor will remain)
- Spanish - BA (the Spanish minor and certificate of proficiency will remain)
- Theatre - BA (the Theatre minor will remain)
If approved by the Board of Trustees, these programs will be discontinued after currently enrolled students have earned their degrees.
This FAQ list has been created to address many of the most commonly asked student questions regarding this proposed change. Students are encouraged to contact their academic advisor for more personalized guidance.
Students with additional questions can contact Kim Tomlinson at Kim.Tomlinson@uafs.edu in the ROAR Advising Center.
FAQS
Reviews by the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board and an internal academic program viability task force have deemed these programs non-viable due to low graduation rates, enrollment trends, and other factors. Click here for the entire Academic Program Review and Program Viability (AHECB Policy 5.12) Policy.
Yes. If your program is being recommended for elimination, we will be implementing a continuity plan. This plan will ensure all currently enrolled students will have the opportunity to complete their program within a reasonable time frame.
No. We will not accept new students into the programs recommended for discontinuation beginning in summer 2024.
No. Students who continue to meet the eligibility requirements for scholarships (grade point average, credit requirements, etc.) will continue to receive the scholarship.
Yes. Students who meet financial aid requirements will continue to be eligible for financial assistance.