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Become a part of thePRIDEStudent-Focused. Success-Driven. Mission-Based.

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WHY CHOOSE AV¸£ÀûÉç?

Choose AV¸£ÀûÉç for a world-renowned education and a unique HBCU experience!
At AV¸£ÀûÉç, you will broaden your horizons, experience leadership opportunities,
establish lifelong friendships, gain real-world experience that will allow you to compete, and excel in the global marketplace

ACADEMICS & RESEARCH

Choose AV¸£ÀûÉç to find your career path. The Pridelands is home to world-renowned centers and programs including our Aquaculture and Fisheries Center of Excellence, Center for Biotechnology and Nanosciences, and the state’s only online graduate program in Addiction Studies. Choose from over 40+ degree programs.

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AFFORDABILITY

Choose AV¸£ÀûÉç for an affordable education that prepares you for global competition. We’re PROUD to rank consistently as one of the most affordable universities in Arkansas, and one of the most affordable HBCUs in the nation. (Bestvalueschools.com). We also take PRIDE in finding ways to help students pay for college.

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HBC-YOU EXPERIENCE

Choose AV¸£ÀûÉç for a unique HBCU experience. Our campus life offers opportunities to walk the yard as a Greek, become a part of Division I athletic teams, and play or groove with the M4Marching Band–known as the Marching Musical Machine of the Mid-South. Choose a complete college experience. Join The Pride.

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NEWS FROM THE PRIDE LANDS

DeAndra Haynes and Caleb Williams, two graduating seniors from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (AV¸£ÀûÉç), will be commissioned during the 2025 Spring Commencement...

Academic programs/Events/Students

As she prepares to graduate Saturday with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (AV¸£ÀûÉç), Janiya Fellows reflects...

Academic programs/News/Students

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (AV¸£ÀûÉç) men’s golf team made history this week, capturing the 2025 PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship at the renowned...

Athletics/Events/Faculty/Staff/News/Students/AV¸£ÀûÉç in the News

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (AV¸£ÀûÉç) announced that Alumnus Smokie Norful—renowned pastor, Grammy Award-winning recording artist, and educator will deliver the keynote address...

Alumni/Events/Students

The official 152nd Founders’ Week digital photo frame is now available online. Show your Golden Lion pride while celebrating the University of Arkansas at Pine...

Alumni/Culture/Arts/Events/Faculty/Staff/Students

Pine Bluff, AR- Former University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offensive tackle Terron Armstead, a five-time Pro Bowl left tackle, has announced his retirement from the...

Alumni/Athletics
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POINTS OF PRIDE

what’s going down on the yard

  • May

    10

    *Final Examinations

  • May

    10

    Spring Commencement 2025

  • June

    2

    First Day of Instruction

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  • May

    10

    Spring Commencement 2025

  • June

    20

    Juneteenth in the Bluff: An Arts and Culture Festival - 2025

  • July

    4

    Independence Day Observed (No Classes/Administrative Offices Closed)

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

HEAR US ROAR

Jordan has accepted a position as a Soil Scientist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, United States Department of Agriculture, in Minot, North Dakota.

Jordan I. Robinson Agriculture-Agronomy/Plant Science

After graduation, Ms. Franks plans to attend the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine Imaging Sciences.

Lakeisha Franks General Studies

This summer I will be interning with PwC within their audit department. This upcoming fall, I will be pursuing my MBA.

Niesha B. Sims Accounting

Going to Graduate School for Sport Psychology while continuing to play softball.

Layla Stouder Health and Physical Education, Recreation/Wellness Option

J’Mya Smith aspires to become an attorney and intends to enroll in the concurrent JD/MPS program at The UA Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law, and the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service.

Her goal is to work as an in-house attorney for a grant-making foundation that supports narrative change and economic development in the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta region.

J’Mya Smith Political Science

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