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Southeast Arkansas College, also known as Seark, was established in 1991, and is a technical college and is located in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The campus of the college is spread across more than 40 acres of land. Seark awards a number of associate’s degrees in subjects including arts, general studies, applied science, and teaching, among others. The degrees are offered through various divisions such as the General Studies division, Nursing/Applied Health division, and the Technical Studies division. Several certificate courses are also available at Seark. In addition, the college offers various adult education and distance learning programs.
Southeast Arkansas College has an active student life. The campus is home to a number of student clubs and organizations. These include the Alpha Mu Gamma, Arkansas Licensed Practical Nursing Association, Association for Surgical Technologist, and Phi Beta Lambda.
Pine Bluff, AR is home to Southeast Arkansas College. Pine Bluff is a small city. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Southeast Arkansas College go up to the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students commonly pursue studies in nursing and emergency medicine.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
Southeast Arkansas College has 2,144 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Southeast Arkansas College is to provide comprehensive community college education and services, with an emphasis on technical education and workforce development, for the citizens of Jefferson, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Grant, and Lincoln counties. These educational programs and services include: technical career education, workforce development, university transfer education, general education, adult education, continuing education, and community services."
More complete details are provided below.
Southeast Arkansas College
1900 Hazel
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
General Phone: (870) 543-5900
http://www.seark.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 181 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic, registered nursing, medication aide |
| Liberal Arts | 49 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies, general studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 48 | phlebotomy, surgical tech, radiation therapist |
| Business and Management | 40 | business, business management, management information systems, accounting technology |
| Mechanics and Repair | 25 | industrial electronics tech, HVAC, industrial mechanics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 18 | computer networking, computer and info science, information science |
| Production Trades | 17 | welding |
| Engineering Technician | 13 | drafting, computer systems tech, quality control tech |
| Family and Social Work | 12 | child care provider |
| Office and Administration | 11 | administrative assistant, office data entry |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 8 | criminal justice and safety, forensic science |
| Law | 2 | legal assistant |
| Education and Teaching | 2 | teacher ed |
Number of programs and degrees for Southeast Arkansas College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 148 | 10 |
| Associate's degree | 142 | 17 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 136 | 16 |
In 2007-2008, Southeast Arkansas College had a total enrollment of 2,144 students (1,563 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 52% |
| Part-Time | 48% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 49% |
| Black | 49% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 45 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Pine Bluff, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 659 | 569 | 86% | 473 | 83% |
| Men | 237 | 220 | 93% | 194 | 88% |
| Women | 422 | 349 | 83% | 279 | 80% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,320 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,360 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Southeast Arkansas College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 570700)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 13 | $43,960 | 34 | $44,778 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $43,960 | 34 | $44,778 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems and Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Quality Control Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Medication Aide
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southeast Arkansas College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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