University of Arkansas at Little Rock Mission

Vision Statement

UA Little Rock is dedicated to improving students’ lives and enhancing our communities. We will be a leading urban and metropolitan university that engages the city, the region and beyond through excellent teaching, research and partnerships.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is to empower students to thrive in a complex and dynamic world through accessible, high-quality education. Our curriculum fosters critical reasoning skills and innovation, and emphasizes experiential learning where students connect to their future roles and networks. As a metropolitan university, we seek to enhance social mobility through education, advance knowledge and creativity, provide a real-world research environment, and build strong partnerships in our community and across the state.

Strategic Plan Goals

The University, through its various programs, works toward five goals within the strategic plan.