- The Phillips Community College District is a multi-campus, two-year college serving Eastern Arkansas. The college is committed to individual, organizational and community development. It provides accessible, affordable education, training and public services that are consistent with the goals and objectives of its students and the communities it serves. Through its numerous programs and partnerships, the College provides high quality educational opportunities and supports the economic growth of Eastern Arkansas.
School Highlights
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas serves 1,289 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,289 students
- In-state tuition: $2,958
- Out-state tuition: $4,315
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 210 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
(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
210 staff
162 staff
Student Body
The student population of Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas has declined by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas diversity score of 0.55 is equal to the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,289 students
1,217 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
492 students
481 students
# Part-Time Students
797 students
736 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
913 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
492 students
481 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
797 students
736 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
46%
17%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
3%
10%
% White
1%
4%
% Hawaiian
49%
64%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.55
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3908%
0.3644%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2308%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,400
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,958 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 $4,315 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,958
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,315
$4,750
Tuition Notes
15 credit hours
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$2,625
$5,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,063
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Phillips Community College has always been a leader and innovator in higher education in Arkansas. The College has grown from an original enrollment of fewer than 250 students in 14 program areas to over 2,400 students in academic, occupational/technical, and continuing education programs. New programs are continually being researched and planned so that PCCUA will remain responsive to the needs and interests of the people of Eastern Arkansas. The Helena Campus is conveniently located between the twin cities of Helena and West Helena. The Helena campus is a complex of 13 buildings nestled in the hilly contours of scenic Crowley's Ridge. Students on the Helena campus have unique opportunities available to them such as learning hotel/restaurant management inside the college's center for southern culture -- the historic Pillow-Thompson House -- or gaining restoration carpentry skills through the college's Arkansas Institute for Historic Building Trades. Other programs of study include Allied Health (Nursing, Medical Laboratory Technology, and Phlebotomy), Business (Business Administration, Business Management, Office Technology, and Information Systems Technology), Applied Technology (Behavioral Health Technology, Drafting, Early Childhood Education, Graphic Communications, Manicure Technology, Network Technology, and Welding), Transfer Programs (Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Drama, Education, Engineering, English, General Education, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics, Pre-law, Pre-med, Pre-pharmacy, Social Sciences, and Speech), and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas cost?
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas's tuition is approximately $2,958 for In-State students and $4,315 for Out-State students.
What is Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas's ranking?
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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