- 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 (2023-24)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
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
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
166 staff
162 staff

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 grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,113 students
1,250 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
9:1

# Full-Time Students
355 students
519 students

# Part-Time Students
758 students
731 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
888 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
355 students
519 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
758 students
723 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%

% Asian
1%
2%

% Hispanic
10%
10%

% Black
56%
16%

% White
31%
66%

% Two or more races
1%
3%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%

% Unknown races
n/a
1%


Diversity Score
0.58
0.53

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
19%
35%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,800
$28,600

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

Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,590
$4,750

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
94%

Median Debt for Graduates
$8,473
$9,750

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,065
$5,300

Acceptance Rate
86%
86%

SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
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 equal to the state average of 86%.
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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