Southeast Arkansas College
About Southeast Arkansas College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southeast Arkansas College teaches in Pine Bluff, in the delta country of southern Arkansas, and keeps dormitories. Allied health and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1991
Location
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Students
851
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,200
Out-of-state: $8,650
Avg Net Price
$19,038
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,603
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
28.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
44.4%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34.9%
$/Student
$7.6K
Class Size
Small
The 28.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,200
In-State
$8,650
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,300
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,405
After Financial Aid
$19,038
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$19,038
Receive Grants
78.6%
Take Loans
49.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $22,405/yr, including $11,300 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,038.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Southeast Arkansas College fund their education.
While in School
78.6%
Get Grants
Free money
49.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,448
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,600
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$91/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,600, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southeast Arkansas College.
Gender
59.8%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
851
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
53.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 52.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
851
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southeast Arkansas College fields 4 varsity teams with 93 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
93
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
66
Men
27
Women
3
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southeast Arkansas Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,603
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
72 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
27 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
13 grads
Business/Commerce, General
—
10 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
7 grads
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
—
6 grads
Median earnings are $34K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.