$740M
Impact of over $740 million in Arkansas.
Why Choose Aquaculture at UAPB?
We are proud to offer the only Bachelor of Science degree in Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences in Arkansas. It is the only comprehensive aquaculture program within the University of Arkansas System to support the state’s growing economy aquaculture industry.
AQFI FACTS
With a degree in AQFI, you can:
$80K
Earn a starting salary averaging $80,000 per year.
$61M
Support Arkansas’ $61 million aquaculture industry.
Experience AQFI
Research
Join the only research-driven, comprehensive aquaculture program within the University of Arkansas System to support the state’s recreational fishing industry which impacts Arkansas’ economy by more than $740 million a year.
Scholarships and Aid
Benefit from the various scholarships we have available for students choosing to study aquaculture. Our national, state, and local scholarship partners can help you fund your future.
Careers
U.S. aquaculture production is growing as demands for healthy seafood products increase, and a growing world population projected to reach over 9 billion in 2050. Learn more about positions and assistantships available to our students and graduates.
Our Programs
Aquaculture & Fisheries Extension Program
Here you will find research-based information and assistance on various aquaculture species and culture systems, farm pond management and aquatic weed control, water gardens, and fish health and water quality services.
Aquaculture & Fisheries Club
The Aquaculture/Fisheries Club (AFC) is a student-run organization composed of students, faculty and staff of the Aquaculture/Fisheries Center at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Housed within the AFC are student subchapters of the American Fisheries Society (AFS) and the United States Aquaculture Society (USAS). The AFC is involved in many activities in the aquaculture/fisheries community and in the Pine Bluff area.
