University of Arkansas at Little RockStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Full Term (Full Semester-1)

The semester, explained for University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Full Term (Full Semester-1)
Campus terms
13
Local details
15

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Full Term (Full Semester-1) runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

59 entries
  1. Fall 2026 First 7-Week TermFall 2026 First 7-Week Term (710)
  2. Fall 2026 First 9-Week TermFall 2026 First 9-Week Term (910)
  3. Fall 2026 Full Term (Full Semester-1)Relevant now
  4. Fall 2026 Second 5-Week TermFall 2026 Second 5-Week Term (520)
  5. Fall 2026 Second 9-Week TermFall 2026 Second 9-Week Term (920)
  6. Fall 2026 Second 7-Week TermFall 2026 Second 7-Week Term (720)
  7. Fall 2026 Third 5-Week TermFall 2026 Third 5-Week Term (530)
  8. Spring 2027 First 5-Week TermSpring 2027 First 5-Week Term (510)
  9. Spring 2027 First 7-Week TermSpring 2027 First 7-Week Term (710)
  10. Spring 2027 First 9-Week TermSpring 2027 First 9-Week Term (910)
  11. Spring 2027 Full Term (Full Semester-1)
  12. Spring 2027 Second 5-Week TermSpring 2027 Second 5-Week Term (520)
  13. Spring 2027 Second 9-Week TermSpring 2027 Second 9-Week Term (920)
  14. Spring 2027 Second 7-Week TermSpring 2027 Second 7-Week Term (720)
  15. Spring 2027 Third 5-Week TermSpring 2027 Third 5-Week Term (530)
  16. Summer 2027 First 5-Week TermSummer 2027 Summer 2 - First 5-Week Term
  17. Summer 2027 9-Week TermSummer 2027 Summer 1 - 9-Week Term
  18. Summer 2027 7-Week Term
  19. Summer 2027 Summer 3 - 7-Week Term
  20. Summer 2027 Second 5-Week Term
  21. Fall 2027 First 5-Week Term (510)
  22. Fall 2027 First 7-Week Term (710)
  23. Fall 2027 First 9-Week Term (910)
  24. Fall 2027 Full Term (Full Semester-1)
  25. Fall 2027 Second 5-Week Term (520)
  26. Fall 2027 Second 9-Week Term (920)
  27. Fall 2027 Second 7-Week Term (720)
  28. Fall 2027 Third 5-Week Term (530)
  29. Spring 2028 First 5-Week Term (510)
  30. Spring 2028 First 7-Week Term (710)
  31. Spring 2028 First 9-Week Term (910)
  32. Spring 2028 Full Term (Full Semester-1)
  33. Spring 2028 Second 5-Week Term (520)
  34. Spring 2028 Second 9-Week Term (920)
  35. Spring 2028 Second 7-Week Term (720)
  36. Spring 2028 Third 5-Week Term (530)
  37. Summer 2028 First 5-Week TermSummer 2028 First 5-Week Term (2)Summer 2028 Summer 2 - First 5-Week Term
  38. Summer 2028 9-Week TermSummer 2028 Summer 1 - 9-Week Term
  39. Summer 2028 7-Week TermSummer 2028 7-Week Term (3)
  40. Summer 2028 Second 5-Week Term

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13 terms

D

DSC Starbucks
The Starbucks location situated inside the Donaghey Student Center.

E

East
East Hall, a suite-style residence hall typically for upperclassmen.

I

IFC
Interfraternity Council, the governing body for several campus fraternities.

N

NPHC
National Pan-Hellenic Council, representing the historically Black Greek-letter organizations on campus.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student voice on campus.

T

The Commons
The Commons Building, the central hub for housing services and the mailroom for residents.
The Diamond
The Diamond Cafe, the main all-you-care-to-eat dining hall located in the Donaghey Student Center.
The Rock
A common nickname for the city of Little Rock or the UA Little Rock campus itself.
The Village
University Village, the campus apartment complex located on the south side of campus.
Trojan Grill
A popular retail dining location in the DSC offering burgers and quick meals.
Trojans
The official mascot and collective name for UA Little Rock students and athletes.

U

UPC
University Program Council, the student-led group that organizes campus events like concerts and movie nights.

W

West
West Hall, the primary residence hall for first-year students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

15 details
Blackboard
The learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
BOSS
Bursar Online Student System, the web portal used for class registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
business_brew
Business Brew
DSC
Donaghey Student Center, the main hub for student life, dining, the bookstore, and fitness.
EIT
The George W. Donaghey College of Engineering and Information Technology building.
Fribourgh
Fribourgh Hall, which houses various science labs and classrooms.
Ross Hall
A major academic building housing the School of Nursing and other departments.
Stabler
Stabler Hall, a central academic building housing many social science and humanities departments.
starbucks
Starbucks
T-Card
The Trojan Card, the official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
tres_habaneros
Tres Habaneros
Trojan Transit
The campus shuttle service that provides transportation between various campus locations and parking lots.
trojan_caf
Trojan Café
Windgate
The Windgate Center of Art + Design, the primary facility for fine arts programs.
Workday
The administrative system used for student employment and certain university business processes.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Full Term (Full Semester-1) runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
13 approved campus terms and 15 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Chi Omega

A women's fraternity founded on friendship, personal integrity, service to others, academic excellence and intellectual pursuits, and community and campus involvement. Part of the College Panhellenic Council (CPC).

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Intramural 5v5 Basketball

Recreational basketball leagues offered through the campus intramural program. Teams compete in men's, women's, and co-rec divisions.

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Competitive gaming leagues and tournaments featuring popular titles, managed through Campus Recreation.

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Welcome Week

A week-long series of events at the start of the fall semester to welcome new and returning students. Activities include BBQs, RecFest, Casino Night, and a block party.

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BIOL 20504

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General Chemistry I Laboratory

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ECON 21403

Survey of Economics

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Life in Little Rock for University of Arkansas at Little Rock Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Little Rock.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$950

Cost of Living Index

88

Student Population

25,000

City Transportation

Walkability

35

Bikeability

47

Public Transit

Rock Region METRO bus system, METRO Streetcar (historic streetcar in nearby North Little Rock)

Nearest Airports

Clinton National Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

62.5°F

Avg Snowfall

4 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Open Parking (Lots 12, 13W, 13E, 14, 15, 16)

surface_lot • Usually available

Includes University Plaza east lot.

Parking Deck

garage • Available for a fee or reserved permit

Lower level is reserved; upper levels are pay-per-exit.

Metered Lots

surface_lot • Limited

$3.00 minimum for 2 hours if paying by credit card.

Campus News

Latest updates from University of Arkansas at Little Rock

UA Little Rock Makes History with $266 Million Centennial Campaign

The university exceeded its most ambitious fundraising goal, raising $266.5 million over seven years from over 22,000 donors.

Nov 6, 2026

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UA System President Jay B. Silveria to Depart for Purdue Presidency

UA System President Jay B. Silveria was named the next president of Purdue University, a role he intends to begin in February 2027.

Nov 5, 2026

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UA Little Rock Music Ensembles Bring Three November Concerts to Campus

The music department announced three ensemble concerts for November featuring percussion, jazz, and piano performances.

Nov 5, 2026

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Theft (Oct 26, 2026): Theft of $1,000 or less reported at North Hall.

Theft (Oct 26, 2026): Theft of $1,000 or less reported at North Hall.

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Domestic Battering (Oct 24, 2026): 3rd-degree domestic battering reported at University Village Apartments.

Domestic Battering (Oct 24, 2026): 3rd-degree domestic battering reported at University Village Apartments.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Fall Percussion Concert

November 10, 2026

Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall

The UA Little Rock Percussion Ensemble and the newly named Global Rhythms Ensemble will perform international percussion selections, including traditional Mexican marimba and West African drumming.

Fall Step Challenge - A Metro Trail A Day

November 15, 2026

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Final day for the Fall Step Challenge, encouraging students and staff to remain active.

Piano Ensemble and Chamber Ensemble Fall Concert

November 16, 2026

Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall

Directed by Naoki Hakutani, the concert features student musicians performing works by Edvard Grieg, Franz Gruber, and Dmitri Shostakovich with a holiday touch.

Fab-tastic Fitness Classes

December 11, 2026

UA Little Rock Fitness and Aquatics Center

Ongoing group fitness classes offered through the end of the fall semester.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

7 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Commons Apartments – North Hall

Room types: two-bedroom, four-bedroom

Commons Apartments – South Hall

Room types: two-bedroom, four-bedroom

East Hall

Room types: Double occupancy, Single occupancy, Designated private room

North Hall

Capacity: 300

Room types: Two-bedroom apartment, Four-bedroom apartment, Private bedroom

South Hall

Capacity: 300

Room types: Two-bedroom apartment, Four-bedroom apartment, Private bedroom

University Village Apartments

Capacity: 420

Room types: one-bedroom apartment, two-bedroom apartment, four-bedroom apartment

West Hall

Capacity: 376

Room types: Double occupancy

Campus Details

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