East Arkansas Community College is a two year community college that offers quality education, cultural enrichment and economic stimulation to the residents of East Arkansas, surrounding communities and internationally as well.
The East Arkansas Community College, also known as EACC, has its location in Forrest City, Arkansas and caters to its students by providing them with a number of degree choices in the areas of Business and Technology, Allied Health Science, Humanities, Mathematics/Science and Social Science.
Base on the Arkansas Act 98 of 1989, EACC offers transfer programs to their students who wish to further their career and receive a baccalaureate after they have completed their two years of community college. Credits earned through the transferable degree programs can be transferred to any four year university within the state. These transferable degree programs include the Associate of Arts degree (AA) that can be transferred to all universities in the state and select universities within the country.
EACC is an institution that facilitates a diverse population and they tailor their courses to suit the wider community in which they serve. At East Arkansas Community College, there are programs that have been designed to cater to the older population as well. This program of study is known as the Continuing Education and Workforce Development program. This program is one that facilitates the educational needs of working individuals or those individuals who cannot register into their program of choice as a fully matriculated student.
East Arkansas Community College is ready to serve you and if you are ready to be served, visit their website at http://www.eacc.edu and begin exploring your education prowess.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $3,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $2,500-$3,000
- Out-of-State: $3,300-$3,924
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $82-$98 per unit
- Out-of-State: $110-$130 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 91% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 91% | $6,090 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 2% | $2,938 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, East Arkansas Community College may provide student services including:
- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for this school compared to community colleges in Arkansas, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
| East Arkansas Community College | St. Francis County | Arkansas | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 12.0% | - | 22.2% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 19.2% | - | 14.1% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1994)
- Find all the other nursing programs in Arkansas
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by East Arkansas Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services (C)
- Commerce (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A)
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship
- Hospitality Administration and Management
- Hotel and Hospitality Management
- Information Systems
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Networking
- Web Design
- System Administration
- Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Education
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (A)
Engineering Technology
- Cad Drafting (C)
- Quality Control and Safety Technologies
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician
- Environmental Engineering Technology and Environmental Technology
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology
- Engineering Technology
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health Services (C)
- Nursing (A)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Radiology Technician (A)
- Medication Aide
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
- Medical Assistant
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (C)
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Security and Protective Services
- Law and Justice Administration (C)
- Police Science (A, C)
- Criminal Justice (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to East Arkansas Community College.
- Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas in Helena, AR (33 miles away)
- Arkansas State University - Newport in Newport, AR (48 miles away)
- Arkansas State University - Beebe in Beebe, AR (63 miles away)
- University of Arkansas Community College - Batesville in Batesville, AR (70 miles away)
- Arkansas Northeastern College in Blytheville, AR (77 miles away)