Compensation Projects
The University of Arkansas is committed to supporting the success of its employees. By making a significant investment in compensation and resources, the university will be better positioned to attract, develop and retain faculty and staff while enhancing its status as an Employer of Choice.
Our Projects
Employees received a market adjustment provided in the form of a 3% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) to their base pay effective July 1, 2024. Many in-scope faculty and staff members will receive an additional market adjustment to their base pay in two phases starting this fall. In addition, many Graduate Assistants (GAs) received a market adjustment provided in the form of a 3% COLA to their base pay effective July 1, 2024. The minimum base pay rate for GAs will also increase after a recent benchmarking project.
The university has also invested in tools and access to data intended to support the success of employees while helping the university provide greater consistency and sustainability for pay structures and practices.