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East Arkansas Community College

Public Forrest City, AR · Town · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
49%
Graduation Rate
$28,471
Earnings (10yr)
$7,220
Net Price
554
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Overview

Students at East Arkansas Community College can expect a low net price of $7,220, making it an affordable option for higher education. With a graduation rate of 49%, students have a decent chance of completing their degree, especially in programs like Health Professions and Mechanics.

The earnings data shows that graduates earn an average of $28,471 after ten years. While this figure may seem modest, it reflects the potential for upward mobility for many students. A quarter of the student body receives Pell Grants, indicating that financial aid plays an important role in helping students afford their education.

East Arkansas Community College is ideal for students seeking a practical education without incurring significant debt. With a median debt of just $6,000, graduates can enter the workforce with manageable financial burdens. This school attracts individuals interested in fields such as Humanities, Biology, and Transportation, where they can gain skills needed for stable employment.

Rankings

How East Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation49%Earnings 10yr$28KNet Price$7KRetention70%Median Debt$6KPell Grant Rate25%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$9K$48-75K

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%3459.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%577.9%MOBILITY199.94%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,300
In-State Tuition
$4,380
Out-of-State
$7,220
Avg Net Price
$6,000
Median Debt
25%
Pell Grant Rate
2%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,888
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,777
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,888
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$26,801
6 Years After Entry
$27,892
8 Years
$28,471
10 Years
0.21x
Debt-to-Earnings
96%
Loan Repayment (3yr)
34%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$26,801 6yr $27,892 8yr $28,471 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

199.94%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
577.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
3459.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$36,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.74
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 70%
Full-Time Faculty 34%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,481
Diversity Index 0.59
First-Gen Students 51%

Top Programs

Humanities 34%
Health Professions 19%
Transportation 11%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 6%
Education 5%
Precision Production 5%
Culinary & Personal Services 5%

Quick Facts

Setting Town
Region Southeast
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
67%
White
41%
Hispanic
3%
Black
49%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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