7 Brew to Open First On-Campus Stand at The University of Arkansas

The popular coffee chain expands its presence to the Fayetteville campus.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:43pm

A miniature, stylized 3D diorama of a modern university campus coffee shop, with a 7 Brew logo sign, colorful seating, and students ordering at the counter, set against a pastel blue background with soft studio lighting, conceptually representing the arrival of a regional coffee chain on a college campus.The new 7 Brew coffee shop on the University of Arkansas campus will provide students, faculty, and staff with a popular regional brand and convenient caffeine options.Springdale Today

7 Brew Coffee, a rapidly growing regional coffee chain, has announced plans to open its first on-campus location at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. The new stand will be located in the student union and is expected to open in time for the fall 2026 semester, providing students, faculty, and staff with convenient access to 7 Brew's signature coffee drinks and food menu.

Why it matters

The addition of 7 Brew to the University of Arkansas campus represents the company's continued expansion beyond its Arkansas roots and into the college market. As students increasingly demand quality coffee options on campus, 7 Brew's presence will provide the university community with a popular regional brand and help meet that growing demand.

The details

7 Brew currently operates over 100 locations across Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Texas. The new Fayetteville campus stand will be the company's first foray onto a university campus. The 800-square-foot space will offer 7 Brew's full menu of coffee, tea, and food items, as well as mobile ordering and pickup options for students on the go.

  • 7 Brew announced the new campus location on March 31, 2026.
  • The Fayetteville stand is expected to open in time for the fall 2026 semester.

The players

7 Brew Coffee

A rapidly growing regional coffee chain based in Arkansas, with over 100 locations across the South and Southwest.

University of Arkansas

A public research university located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with an enrollment of over 27,000 students.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to bring the 7 Brew experience to the University of Arkansas community. Our focus on quality coffee and customer service aligns perfectly with the needs of busy students, faculty, and staff.”

— Austin Herschberger, CEO, 7 Brew Coffee

“Having a popular local brand like 7 Brew on campus will be a great addition for our students. We're always looking to enhance the on-campus experience, and this new location will provide another convenient option for our community.”

— Dr. Charles Robinson, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, University of Arkansas

What’s next

7 Brew plans to have the new Fayetteville campus location open and operational by the start of the fall 2026 semester.

The takeaway

The arrival of 7 Brew on the University of Arkansas campus represents the continued growth of regional coffee chains into the lucrative college market, as students demand more quality and convenient options for their caffeine needs.