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University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College

1700 Newcastle Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • As an open-door, two-year institution of higher education, University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College's primary focus is a commitment to learning by educating and preparing students to become responsible citizens and contributing members of society.

School Highlights

University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College serves 1,789 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 1,789 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,880
  • Out-state tuition: $3,390
  • Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 50%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 165 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Campus Size
40 acres
Total Faculty
165 staff
61 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Student Body

The student population of University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College has grown by 91% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,789 students
1,285 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
22:1

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Full-Time Students
575 students
440 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Part-Time Students
1,214 students
845 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,789 students
1,308 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
575 students
440 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,214 students
860 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
12%

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Black
43%
17%

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% White
50%
62%

Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.57

Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
41%
38%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$34,461
$38,042

Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $2,880 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,390 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,880
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,390
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
92%

Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Debt for Graduates
$5,250
$9,673

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,000
$5,300

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Intramural Sports Only
Colors
Blue, White, Black, & Cardinal Red
School Mascot
Delta Dragons

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
E-Sports

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • The College is dedicated to promoting the intellectual and cultural advancement of the community and to fostering tolerance and mutual respect among its members by offering the human and physical resources of the College. Through these efforts and through its cooperation with other educational institutions, the College is an active partner in the economic and social progress of Eastern Arkansas. Our primary focus is providing students with information and tools to help them make good choices. Academic advisors work closely with students throughout their college stay to establish trust and cultivate long-term advisor-advisee relationships. Students can expect to receive advising that encompasses exploration of life goals; exploration of vocational goals; program and course choices; and scheduling courses. The Learning Resource Center opened in December of 2000. The 15,000 square foot building houses the UAEACC Library, the Business and Industry Training Center, Continuing and Community Education, Tech Prep, the Distance Learning Lab, the Multimedia Lab, two conference rooms, and two classrooms. UAEACC offers many opportunities for students to participate in music courses and activities.
Profile last updated: 08/12/2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College cost?
University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College's tuition is approximately $2,880 for In-State students and $3,390 for Out-State students.
What sports does University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College offer?
University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.
What is University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College's ranking?
University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 1,789 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,880
  • Out-state tuition: $3,390
  • Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 50%
  • Source: Verified school update

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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 $9,645 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Arkansas is 96%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Arkansas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.57, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Arkansas is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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