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The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope, also known as UACCH, was originally established as the Red River Vocational-Technical School in 1965. It became the River Technical College in 1991, and was absorbed as a part of the University of Arkansas System in 1996. The same year, the institute was christened the University of Arkansas Community College at Hope. The 72-acre campus of UACCH is situated in Hope, Arkansas.
The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope offers a large number of associate’s degrees, technical certificates, and certificates of proficiency through the following academic divisions:
The students of UACCH are involved in clubs and organizations such as the Phi Beta Lambda, Phi Theta Kappa, African American Club, Lambda Beta Society, Wesley Fellowship, Baptist Collegiate Ministry, Rodeo Club, and Student Government Association. The university offers financial aid to the students through Institutional Scholarships, Business Technology Scholarships, Criminal Justice Scholarships, Liberal Arts Scholarships, Health Professions Scholarships, Teaching Scholarships, Transfer Scholarships, and Single Parent Scholarships.
Hope, AR is home to UACCH. Hope is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Degrees at UACCH go up to the Associate's degree.
Students at the school can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in family and social work and mechanics and repair.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
UACCH has 1,299 enrolled students (as of 2007).
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Arkansas Community College Hope
2500 S Main
Hope, AR 71802-0140
General Phone: (870) 777-5722
http://www.uacch.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 67 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Mechanics And Repair | 51 | HVAC, industrial electronics tech, industrial mechanics, heavy equipment maintenance tech, diesel mechanics |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 44 | licensed practical nurse, EMT ambulance attendant |
| Family And Social Work | 30 | child care provider, child care management |
| Business And Management | 12 | business, accounting technology |
| Office And Administration | 6 | general office occupations |
| Medical Support And Technology | 6 | respiratory care tech |
| Education And Teaching | 4 | ESL instruction, middle school teaching |
| Funeral And Mortuary Science | 3 | funeral and mortuary |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 1 | criminal justice and police |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 1 | agriculture |
Number of programs and degrees for UACCH in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 85 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 75 | 8 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 65 | 7 |
In 2007, UACCH had a total enrollment of 1,299 students (859 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 65% |
| Black | 31% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 11% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 98% |
| Texas | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 13 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Hope, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,013 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,693 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
UACCH participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 573200)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 21 | 17 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| 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 (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 19 | $41,038 | 15 | $38,602 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 19 | $41,038 | 15 | $38,602 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business/Commerce, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
FUNERAL AND MORTUARY SCIENCE
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies, Other
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UACCH Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning 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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