University Of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Location and Contact Information
2005 White DriveBatesville, AR 72503-3350
USA
Main Tel: (870) 612-2000
Web Site
The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area.
Overview
University of Arkansas Community College Batesville, also known as UACCB is located in Batesville, Arkansas, United States. It was founded in the year 1991 and was originally known as Gateway Technical College. It gained university status in 1998. Distance learning opportunities are offered to the students of UACCB. Degree as well as technical certificate programs are offered to students through the following academic divisions:
- Adult Education
- Arts and Humanities
- Business, Technology, and Public Service
- Community & Technical Education
- Math and Science
- Nursing and Allied Health
There are several students clubs and organizations in UACCB that student have access to including Renaissance Club, Student Government Association, UACCB Choral Singers, and Phi Theta Kappa.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in education and teaching and nursing and emergency medicine.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
School characteristics:
- The school is public.
- Academic calender: Semester.
- Carnegie classification: Associates Colleges.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Distance learning is available.
- Part-time classes are available.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,060 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,356 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
Financial Aid
UACCB participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 90% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 86% | $3,877 |
| Institutional Grant | 29% | $1,368 |
| Federal Grant | 69% | $3,539 |
| Pell Grant | 69% | $3,324 |
| Other Federal Grant | 29% | $519 |
| State or Local Grant | 24% | $2,051 |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 25% | $5,245 |
| Federal Loan | 25% | $5,245 |
| Other Loan |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to University Of Arkansas Community College-Batesville:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allen County Community College | Iola, KS | 2,859 |
| 2 | Neosho County Community College | Chanute, KS | 2,025 |
| 3 | Ozarka College | Melbourne, AR | 1,333 |
| 4 | Cloud County Community College | Concordia, KS | 2,126 |
| 5 | Southwestern Community College | Creston, IA | 1,468 |
| 6 | Coffeyville Community College | Coffeyville, KS | 1,936 |
| 7 | Arkansas State University-Mountain Home | Mountain Home, AR | 1,382 |
| 8 | Independence Community College | Independence, KS | 1,091 |
| 9 | Labette Community College | Parsons, KS | 1,344 |
| 10 | Black River Technical College | Pocahontas, AR | 1,902 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| < 1 year certificate | 196 | 7 |
| Associate | 167 | 14 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 59 | 13 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 49 |
Students
Student enrollment was 1,503 in 2009-2010 (1,453 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 49% of the student body. About 20% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
On-campus housing is not available.
Graduate School Focus
The highest degree offered is the Associate.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
- Agriculture
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting
- Business/Commerce
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Finance
- Management Information Systems
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
LIBERAL ARTS
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Medical Office Management/Administration
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Forensic Science and Technology