University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College
- Pulaski Technical College is a comprehensive two-year college that serves the educational needs of central Arkansas through technical programs, a university-transfer program and specialized programs for business and industry. The College�s mission is to provide access to high quality education that promotes student learning, to enable individuals to develop to their fullest potential and to support the economic development of the state.
School Highlights
University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College serves 5,531 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 36%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 5,531 students
- In-state tuition: $4,013
- Out-state tuition: $5,753
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 54%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 456 teachers has grown by 31% over five years.
University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
456 staff
162 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College has declined by 40% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 33:1 over five years.
The University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College diversity score of 0.62 is more than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,531 students
1,407 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
2,611 students
580 students
# Part-Time Students
2,920 students
827 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
145 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
10%
% Black
40%
18%
% White
46%
64%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.62
0.55
College Completion Rate
21%
30%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,900
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,013 is more than the state average of $2,990. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,753 is more than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,013
$2,990
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,753
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,500
$9,686
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,875
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%
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: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock, an institution of higher education, is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by a seven-member board of trustees, appointed by the governor, and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. Pulaski Tech is a comprehensive community/technical college that offers more than 40 associate degree and certificate programs designed for students who plan to enter the workforce or transfer to four-year colleges and universities to complete bachelor's degrees. Pulaski Technical College is located on a 40-acre wooded campus at 3000 West Scenic Drive in western North Little Rock, Arkansas. The College's contemporary, well-maintained buildings and grounds are a source of pride for the students, faculty and staff. The Pulaski Tech Business and Industry Center on East Roosevelt Road in Little Rock provides continuing education and customized training services for businesses, industries and individuals in central Arkansas. Pulaski Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
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