Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, AR · Public · Associate degree-granting
A public institution in Helena, Arkansas, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas serves students across multiple degree programs. With 614 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $29,552 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. The graduation rate is 53.1%. The average net price after financial aid is $4,848 per year. The most popular programs include Ground Transportation, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Machinist, Construction Trades, General, and Heating & Air Conditioning.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$29,552
Graduation Rate
53.1%
Median Debt
Not reported
Average Net Price
$4,848
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
6.1x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
614
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
65.7%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$3,380
Out-of-State Tuition
$4,550
Pell Grant Rate
34.4%
Federal Loan Rate
0.0%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$4,683
Income $30K–$48K
$4,573
Income $48K–$75K
$5,549
Student Demographics
Women
66.2%
White
35.0%
Black
59.6%
Hispanic
2.9%
Asian
0.3%
Two or More Races
1.3%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
32.1%
Accreditations
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. — Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs (Accredited)
- Higher Learning Commission — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (34)
Associate (9)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $37,690 | 72 |
| Teacher Education | Not reported | 14 |
| Registered Nursing | $70,508 | 14 |
| Social Work | Not reported | 7 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | Not reported | 4 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science | Not reported | 4 |
| Public Health | Not reported | 4 |
| Business Administration & Management | Not reported | 4 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 3 |
Undergraduate Certificate (22)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Not reported | 75 |
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | Not reported | 64 |
| Machinist | $33,470 | 51 |
| Construction Trades, General | Not reported | 22 |
| Heating & Air Conditioning | Not reported | 22 |
| Health Services | Not reported | 19 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 14 |
| Accounting | Not reported | 13 |
| Teacher Education | Not reported | 12 |
| Human Development & Family Studies | Not reported | 12 |
| Graphic Communications | Not reported | 11 |
| Industrial Production Technology | Not reported | 11 |
| Management Information Systems | Not reported | 9 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Not reported | 8 |
| Health Services Administration | Not reported | 8 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | Not reported | 8 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science | Not reported | 6 |
| Applied Horticulture | Not reported | 4 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | Not reported | 4 |
| Computer Systems Networking | Not reported | 4 |
| Computer & Information Systems Security | Not reported | 4 |
| Practical Nursing | $44,670 | 4 |
Show 3 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | 2 |
| Business Operations | Associate | 1 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
- Highest Earning Associate's Nursing & Health Programs in Arkansas
- Highest Earning Associate's Liberal Arts Programs in Arkansas
- Highest Earning Colleges in Arkansas
- Highest Graduation Rate Colleges in Arkansas
- Most Affordable Colleges in Arkansas
- Best ROI Colleges in Arkansas
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