University of Central Arkansas

09/04/2026

UCA has welcomed another freshman class of over 1,900 students in what is expected to be the second-largest full-time freshman class in the state for the 11th consecutive year.

“Our fall enrollment is right in line with our projections, builds on our retention gains and marks a third consecutive historically strong freshman class,” UCA President Houston Davis said. “These results reflect continued interest and confidence in UCA, and we look forward to sustaining this strength throughout the coming decade.”

University meets projections, welcomes another large freshman class

09/03/2026

Registration is open for UCA’s Bear Facts Days! High school seniors and their families are invited to explore campus life, academic opportunities, housing and more on Saturday, October 3, or Friday, December 4. Find more information and register at this link: uca.edu/bfd

09/02/2026

UCA's Family Weekend is September 11-12, and we can't wait to welcome loved ones back to campus. Find everything you need to plan your visit and join us in Bear Country at the link below.

We are excited to welcome our families back to UCA's campus for Family Weekend!

09/01/2026

Bid Day in Bear Country! UCA’s Panhellenic community welcomed home 203 new members following formal recruitment. 🐻💜

08/28/2026

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08/27/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Dr. Mark Elrod, a lecturer in UCA’s Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies.

Dr. Elrod was a valued member of the UCA community, and we share in the grief of his family, friends, colleagues, students and all who knew him. His department will especially miss his sense of humor and dedication to higher education and public service.

A service will take place Saturday, Sept. 5, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home in Little Rock. Read more about Dr. Elrod’s life and legacy at the link below.

It is with heavy hearts we share the passing of Dr. Mark Elrod, a lecturer in the Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies at UCA.

08/26/2026

The UCA Film Program has been named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada 2026. Noting the impressive films by its students and faculty, top-notch equipment and facilities, its track record of visiting artists, and its affordable and competitive tuition.

UCA recognized for quality of films, top-notch equipment, affordability

08/25/2026

Nearly 175 community leaders from across Arkansas and nine other states – Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas – participated in the 40th annual Community Development Institute at UCA. The five-day training session, held July 27-31, concluded with a graduation and awards ceremony.

Nearly 175 participants from 10 states attend five-day training

08/24/2026

New week - new competition.

08/21/2026

Eight cadets who traveled to the University of Central Arkansas Aviation Academy from all across the nation have completed their intensive summer training program through the U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.

UCA was one of only seven universities nationwide selected for the 2026 program and was the only program to achieve a 100% completion rate for cadets.

UCA program achieves only 100% completion rate for cadets nationwide