PCCUA Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $3,800
- Out-of-State Tuition: $4,550
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at PCCUA:
- Total Enrollment: 1,199, including 155 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.9% men, 60.1% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 55%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 19%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 66%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 51 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
PCCUA Overview
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCCUA) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Helena, AR. It is classified as suburban-serving multi-campus Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The PCCUA's tuition & fees is $3,800 for Arkansas residents and $4,550 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 45% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,139.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,199 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas is $3,800 for in-state students and $4,550 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $3,956 for Arkansas residents and $3,928 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $3,800 | $4,550 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $3,956 | $3,928 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at PCCUA
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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