South Arkansas Community College
- South Arkansas Community College is a public, two-year institution with an open-door policy, providing educational programs, services, and resources for the residents of Union County and the surrounding area. With a philosophy that affirms the value of education, the importance of academic freedom for students and faculty, the worth and dignity of each individual, and an abiding belief in the ideals of a democratic society, the college encourages innovation, excellence, and leadership in its mission as a comprehensive community college.
School Highlights
South Arkansas Community College serves 1,473 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 35%.
Top Rankings
South Arkansas Community College ranks among the top 20% of community colleges in Arkansas for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Diversity in US community colleges
School Overview
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| South Arkansas Community College | (AR) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional | Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 77 staff | 62 staff |
Source: 2019 (or latest year available) IPEDS
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.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to South Arkansas Community College is Southern Arkansas University Tech (29.1 miles away).
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West Monroe, LA 71292
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Minden, LA 71055
(318) 371-3035 55.501,030 - Platt College-McCann-MonroePrivate for-profit607 students | 58.00 Mi2319 Louisville Ave
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 323-2889 58.00607
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