University Of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton

Location and Contact Information

1537 University Blvd.
Morrilton, AR 72110
USA
Main Tel: (501) 977-2000
Web Site

The campus is in a town not particularly near any major cities.

Overview

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, also referred to as UACCM, is located in Arkansas, United States. It was founded by the Arkansas General Assembly in 1961 as Petit Jean Vo-Tech. The college began offering classes in 1963. Initially, the school only awarded diplomas in career-specific subjects. in 1991, the school was converted to a two-year, degree-granting college and renamed Petit Jean Technical College. The institute then began offering programs in a broader area including academic, technical, community, workforce, and adult education. In 1997, it was renamed Petit Jean College, and in 2001 it merged with the University of Arkansas and became the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton.

The university occupies an area of approximately 70 acres. It offers associate degrees in Arts, Science, and Applied Science. It also offers certification programs in Applied Science. The college supports several student organizations including Phi Beta Lambda, Phi Theta Kappa, Drama Club, and Intramural Council, among many others.

Highlights (vs. Other Schools)

  • Many students concentrating in engineering technician and production trades.
  • Large number of students.
  • Large number of programs of study offered.
  • Affordable tuition & fees.

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.
  • Weekend study is an option.
  • Part-time classes are available.

Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)

ItemCost
State Tuition and fees$ 3,006
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 4,126
Books and supplies$ 900

Financial Aid

UACCM participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

In 2009-2010, 80% of students received financial aid of some sort.

Grants% of
Students
Average
Amount
Any Grant72%$3,430
Institutional Grant39%$1,183
Federal Grant47%$3,666
Pell Grant47%$3,469
Other Federal Grant16%$586
State or Local Grant15%$2,007

Loans% of
Students
Average
Amount
Student Loan23%$3,125
Federal Loan23%$3,125
Other Loan  

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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-Morrilton:

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 SchoolLocationEnrollment
1Mayland Community CollegeSpruce Pine, NC1,621
2Ivy Tech Community College-KokomoKokomo, IN3,895
3Kanawha Valley Community and Technical CollegeInstitute, WV1,737
4Bismarck State CollegeBismarck, ND3,787
5Washington State Community CollegeMarietta, OH2,096
6James A Rhodes State CollegeLima, OH3,665
7Ivy Tech Community College-South CentralSellersburg, IN4,195
8Isothermal Community CollegeSpindale, NC2,324
9North Dakota State College of ScienceWahpeton, ND2,707
10Montana State University-Billings-College of TechnologyBillings, MT1,127

Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)

DegreeTotal
Earned
Different
Programs
Associate23118
1-2 year certificate14814
< 1 year certificate11810

Faculty

Tenure (2009-2010):

Full-Time Faculty  Total
Without tenure; tenure not available  60

Students

Student enrollment was 1,963 in 2009-2010 (1,581 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students under 25 years old represent 62% of the student body. About 10% 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)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (15 awarded)

  • Business/Commerce
  • Finance

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (7 awarded)

  • Computer and Information Sciences
  • System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager

EDUCATION AND TEACHING (0 awarded)

  • Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (170 awarded)

  • Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
  • Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
  • Petroleum Technology/Technician
  • Surveying Technology/Surveying

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (21 awarded)

  • Child Development

LIBERAL ARTS (124 awarded)

  • General Studies
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

MECHANICS AND REPAIR (37 awarded)

  • Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
  • Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
  • Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (85 awarded)

  • 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)

NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (2 awarded)

  • Dietitian Assistant

PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART (6 awarded)

  • Commercial and Advertising Art

PRODUCTION TRADES (30 awarded)

  • Welding Technology/Welder

SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (0 awarded)

  • Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • Forensic Science and Technology