Small Town & Rural Students

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STARS COLLEGE NETWORK

The Small Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network is dedicated to working with high schools and access organizations to widen pathways to higher education for rural and small-town students.

Learn more about STARS and resources available to you

STARS Virtual College Fair

May 6, 2025

7:00 - 8:30 PM CST

Join the University of Arkansas and our fellow STARS Network partner colleges and universities for a virtual college fair!

Stars Virtual College Fair

May 6, 2025

7:00 - 8:30 PM CST

Join the University of Arkansas and our fellow STARS Network partner colleges and universities for a virtual college fair!

STARS Campus Partners

From across campus to across the state, we are dedicated to providing opportunities for small town and rural students.

Take a Virtual Tour

Accelerate Student Achievement Program

ASAP supports first generation and Pell-eligible students coming from rural counties in Arkansas. Accepted students attend a bridge program and receive a scholarship.

Arkansas Transfer Achievement Scholarship Program

The university provides financial support for students transitioning from a University of Arkansas System two-year institution to the University of Arkansas Fayetteville.

College Access Initiative

The College Access Initiative provides outreach on college readiness to underserved Arkansas students by delivering workshops and trainings to students and their families.

Arkansas Reads

The Arkansas Reads Program partners with elementary schools in the Arkansas Delta to build their library collections and encourage reading among rural students.

Celebrating Discovery

The Celebrating Discovery Program connects current University of Arkansas students with high schoolers to share experiences and insights about college, research, and educational opportunities.

Meet the Admissions Counselors for Rural Students

Radeanna Garcia

Assistant Director of Arkansas Recruitment

STARS College Network Coordinator

Email: rigarcia@uark.edu

Text/Call: 479-334-0887

Hiliary Rodgers

Admissions Counselor and Communications Specialist for Rural Students

Email: hdviguet@uark.edu

Call: 479-575-4693

Connect with Us

Find your Admissions Counselor

We would love to connect with you! Our Admissions team is eager to assist you in your journey to becoming a Razorback!

Schedule an On-Campus Visit

There’s no better way to learn about the University of Arkansas than to visit our campus.

High School Counselors

Learn more about resources designed to support your students and their success at the University of Arkansas.