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Southeast Arkansas College

Community CollegeTown: Distant

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

Allied HealthNursingBusinessTransfer Pathways

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
28.2%

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%

Low

Default 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

61.3%
22%
13.4%
1.1%
0.9%
0.5%
Black
White
Hispanic
Multiracial
Asian
International

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

RuralCity
Town: Distant

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

MenWomen
43
Baseball
36
Basketball
12
Softball
2
Golf

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

$29K
6yr
$28K
8yr
$34K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southeast Arkansas College

How much does Southeast Arkansas College cost?
Tuition at Southeast Arkansas College is $5,200 for in-state students and $8,650 for out-of-state students. 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.
What is the graduation rate at Southeast Arkansas College?
Southeast Arkansas College has a graduation rate of 28.2%. 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.
How much do Southeast Arkansas College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Southeast Arkansas College graduates is $33,603 ten years after enrollment. Median earnings are $34K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

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.