- 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 997 students (27% 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: 997 students
- In-state tuition: $3,070
- Out-state tuition: $5,590
- Acceptance Rate: 86%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- 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 Overview
The teacher population of 166 teachers has stayed relatively flat 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 22% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The Southeast Arkansas College diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
997 students
1,217 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
268 students
481 students
# Part-Time Students
729 students
736 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
888 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
268 students
481 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
729 students
736 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
57%
17%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
21%
10%
% White
1%
4%
% Hawaiian
20%
64%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.55
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1918%
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)
$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 20% 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 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,070
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,590
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
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: 2023 (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 and Average community college minority breakdown.
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