Congratulations!
Congrats on taking the first steps towards your education goals. Have you received your approval email from Guild? If not, don’t worry, you should receive an email within seven days of submitting your Guild application.
If you have received your Guild approval email, double congratulations! Here are your next steps for becoming a Guild student at University of Arkansas Online:
1 — Tech Requirements
Students may be required to download software to complete coursework as part of this program and should have access to a personal computer in order to download and access the required software. This software may not be downloadable or accessible on an employer-issued computer.
University of Arkansas Online recommends using operating systems Windows 10 or higher or Mac OS® 10.14 or higher if using Mac in order to complete coursework. Please make sure that you have the required tech necessary to successfully participate in the program. Additional tech recommendations can be found here.
2 — Make Sure You're Eligible
Check to make sure you're eligible for your company's education benefit, right up to the first day of your courses. Go to the Guild home page and check your eligibility status in the upper right-hand corner. For more information about eligibility, contact Guild support.
3 — Submit Your University of Arkansas Online Application
Within a week after your Guild application is approved, you will receive an email from University of Arkansas Online with directions on how to apply for acceptance into your chosen program. Be sure to choose the same learning program on your University of Arkansas Online application that you selected on the Guild application, or you may have to pay for the program on your own. Please also be sure to use the same name, email address, and other personal information you used on your Guild application when completing the University of Arkansas Online application. Using different information may result in delays for your start at University of Arkansas Online.
Make sure to read the email completely to understand what is required for your application.
1. You may be required to write a statement of interest for your University of Arkansas Online, so remember to get started on the application in advance of any deadlines.
2. In addition, you may be required to speak with an Admissions Counselor at University of Arkansas Online.
3. You may also be required to provide references. Please follow the instructions provided by University of Arkansas Online in your application process, and request letters of recommendation from professional or academic references who can best speak to your ability to be successful in this program.
4. You will be required to pay the application fee out-of-pocket. You must do so to submit your Arkansas Online application. This is a reimbursable fee under your employer policy via reimbursement.guildeducation.com.
Next, connect with University of Arkansas Online’s Admissions Department to complete your application & enrollment process. For more information, please go directly to https://admissions.uark.edu/.
4 — Start Your FAFSA
Gather important documents and complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online. The Federal School Code for the University of Arkansas Online is 1108. Follow the detailed instructions provided by the Federal Student Aid office.
You can also go directly to https://finaid.uark.edu/ to learn more about the FAFSA process at University of Arkansas Online.
Per the Employer policy, each student enrolling in a program that is eligible for federal financial aid may be required to complete one or more of the following items before initial program enrollment and annually thereafter: FAFSA, financial aid packaging / awarding process, accept any grant aid awarded. If any grants are accepted they will be applied to tuition and mandatory fees before employer payment. If you have questions regarding your Employer education benefit policy, please consult Guild support. If you have questions about financial aid, please contact your learning provider's financial aid office.
5 — Send Your Transcripts to the University of Arkansas Online
If you have taken college classes before, the University of Arkansas Online will evaluate your transcripts and possibly apply credits to your new program. You may also have to submit your most recent high school transcripts.
Note: You may be able to use a service to request your transcripts. To learn more about this process, click here to access Guild's Transcript Help Center.
If you have previous education outside of the U.S. (i.e., foreign credentials), there are extra requirements to complete to enroll at the University of Arkansas.
With the exception of documents from China, the University of Arkansas completes foreign credential evaluations in-house. Official transcripts must be sent from the previous school directly to University of Arkansas for an internal evaluation.
Academic documents from China (including transcripts, graduation certificates, and degree certificates in Chinese and in English) must be verified by either the China Academic Degrees and Graduate Education Development Center (CDGDC) or the China Higher Education Student Information and Career Center (CHESICC).
An English translation of non-English transcripts is required. Both the original transcript (in original language) and a certified word-for-word English translation of the transcript must be sent to the University of Arkansas.
An English proficiency exam (TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE-A) with a minimum score may be required. Please review the University of Arkansas’s policy for English language proficiency here:
Confirm requirements with the University of Arkansas's Admissions Department before paying out of pocket for an evaluation, translation, and/or exam.
If you need more help with the foreign credentials process, please review this article. You can also message Guild Support or call 1-800-985-4027 (Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. MT).
Electronic PDF transcripts should be sent directly from the service provider to: registra@uark.edu. Transcripts submitted from the student’s email account, or any other email account, will not be accepted.
Paper transcripts can be mailed to:
Undergraduate Domestic Students:
Office of the Registrar
141 Uptown East
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Graduate Students and All International Students:
Graduate and International Admissions
340 N. Campus Drive
Gearhart Hall 213
1 University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Note: It may take 1-2 months for transcripts to arrive at the University of Arkansas Online, so order them as soon as possible.
You can also go directly to https://registrar.uark.edu/transfer-and-test-credit/submitting_your_college_transcript.php to learn more about the transcript process at University of Arkansas Online.
6 — Confirm Acceptance at University of Arkansas Online
Once you receive and decision letter from University of Arkansas Online, following the instructions provided and be sure to take the appropriate steps to confirm your acceptance.
7 — Connect with Your University of Arkansas Online Academic Advisor & Register for Courses
Schedule a meeting with your University of Arkansas Online academic advisor via your new student checklist to get ready for starting your program. This is not mandatory but strongly encouraged. Your academic advisor is available to help you register for courses (if applicable), support you in your University of Arkansas Online program, discuss course-related questions, and share resources available to you at University of Arkansas Online.
8 — Complete Your University of Arkansas Online Orientation Process
Make sure to take time to complete the University of Arkansas Online orientation process to learn more details about your program, expectations, and keys to your academic success!
9 — Get Your Books & Materials Ready
Get your books and other materials ready for your courses. Check the syllabus for each course to find out what you need, and be sure to keep your receipts - you may need them for returns or reimbursements.
10 — Continue In Your Program Past the Add/Drop Date
Make sure you remain engaged in your program past the add/drop date in order to stay enrolled in your program at University of Arkansas Online. Failure to do so may result in you being automatically dropped from the program or prevent you from continuing.
11 — Chat with Your Guild Growth Coach for Support
Once you’ve passed the add/drop date for your program, you’ll have a chance to talk with your Guild Growth Coach. This is the time to discuss your education and career aspirations, ask questions, and set goals for completing your program at University of Arkansas Online.
12 — Complete Your Coursework at University of Arkansas Online
Your Guild support network, along with your University of Arkansas Online support team, will be there to offer guidance and support throughout your program. Dont hesitate to reach out to Guild Support for help or University of Arkansas Online (email online@uark.edu) with any questions you may have!
Timeline for Funding
You can learn more about the timeline of Tuition Assistance Funding by clicking here https://guild.force.com/helpcenter/s/article/How-Tuition-Assistance-works. You'll also want to ensure you are tagged as a Guild student with the school and ensure you continue to meet your employer's eligibility requirements.