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South Arkansas Community College

300 S West Ave, El Dorado, AR, 71731-7010

Tel: (870)862-8131

Public | 1,781 students

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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:

South Arkansas Community College serves 1,781 students (46% of students are full-time).
The school's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body.
South Arkansas Community College is the only community colleges within Union County, AR.

The nearest community college is ( miles away).

School Overview:	South Arkansas Community College	Community College Avg.
Institution Level	At least 2 but less than 4 years	At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control	Public	Public
Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included)	81 staff	63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment	1,781 students	1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio	1:22	1:21
# Full-Time Students	820 students	1,262 students
# Part-Time Students	961 students	1,508 students

% American Indian/Alaskan	-	1%
% Asian	-	2%
% Hawaiian	-	1%
% Hispanic	-	6%
% Black	-	15%
% White	-	62%
% Two or more races	-	2%
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees (2010-11)	$2,084	$4,485

Out-State Tuition Fees (2010-11)	$3,668	$8,679

School Notes:

South Arkansas Community College promotes excellence in service, teaching, and learning; prepares the current and future workforce; provides lifelong educational opportunities.
The Workforce Development Center at South Arkansas Community College serves as a link between the college and area businesses, industries, and government agencies. Customized training is developed in response to a specific demand by local business and industry. The center has the capability to deliver training whenever and wherever it best meets the client's needs.
In addition to the traditional academic and occupational education available at South Arkansas Community College, the Office of Community Service/Continuing Education offers a variety of opportunities which earn no college credit, but provide training for business and industry, skill development, continuing education for professionals and government agencies, and courses for personal enrichment. The non-credit courses, seminars, and workshops are designed to be informative and enjoyable.
The college is a member of, and accredited by, the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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