Southeast Arkansas College

1900 S Hazel Street
Pine Bluff, AR 71603

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Tel: (870) 543-5900

www.seark.edu

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Southeast Arkansas College is a state-supported, locally controlled, technical community college accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

School Highlights

Southeast Arkansas College serves 1,113 students (32% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.

Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 34%.

Quick Stats (2023)

Enrollment: 1,113 students
In-state tuition: $3,070
Out-state tuition: $5,590
Acceptance Rate: 86%
Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
Minority enrollment: 69%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Southeast Arkansas College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 166 teachers has grown by 118% over five years.

Southeast Arkansas College

(AR) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associates Colleges

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

166 staff

162 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Southeast Arkansas College has declined by 14% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.

The Southeast Arkansas College diversity score of 0.58 is more than the state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Total Enrollment

1,113 students

1,243 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

9:1

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# Full-Time Students

355 students

519 students

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# Part-Time Students

758 students

731 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

888 students

564 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

355 students

519 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

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11 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

758 students

731 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

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46 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

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160 students

% American Indian/Alaskan

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% Asian

% Hispanic

10%

% Black

56%

16%

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% White

31%

66%

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% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

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Diversity Score

0.58

0.53

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

0.95%

1.37%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

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1.36%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$28,800

$28,600

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,070 is more than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $5,590 is more than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$3,070

$2,994

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$5,590

$4,750

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

99%

94%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$8,473

$9,750

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$5,065

$5,300

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Acceptance Rate

86%

68%

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SAT Reading

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540

SAT Math

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520

SAT Writing

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515

ACT Composite

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ACT English

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ACT Math

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Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

It is the mission of Southeast Arkansas Colleges Workforce Development Center to compile and translate the needs of employers and students into affordable training programs. This is accomplished by developing and implementing a process that provides continuous improvement in the development, delivery, and affordability of customized training and services to business, industry, and government organizations within the Southeast Arkansas College service area. Southeast Arkansas College is the proud recipient of the 1998 Quality Commitment Award as awarded by Arkansas Quality Award, Inc. This is the second year in a row that the college has been recognized as SEARK received the Quality Interest Award in 1997. The Learning Assistance Laboratory provides a learning atmosphere for Southeast Arkansas College students to become successful achievers in the classroom. Assistance includes academic and computer assisted instruction. Services offered in the lab are free to students enrolled at Southeast Arkansas College.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southeast Arkansas College cost?

Southeast Arkansas College's tuition is approximately $3,070 for In-State students and $5,590 for Out-State students.

What is the acceptance rate of Southeast Arkansas College?

The acceptance rate of Southeast Arkansas College is 86%, which is higher than the state average of 68%.

What is Southeast Arkansas College's ranking?

Southeast Arkansas College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Stats (2023)

Enrollment: 1,113 students
In-state tuition: $3,070
Out-state tuition: $5,590
Acceptance Rate: 86%
Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
Minority enrollment: 69%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Arkansas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,994 per year for in-state students and $4,750 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $11,533 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Arkansas is 91%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Arkansas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.53, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Arkansas is Bryan University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.