Here are some tips for selecting schools, based on an analysis comparing each school to all others across dozens of factors:
Schools Concentrating On Network And Systems Administrators
- Focus: For schools with a focus on this career area, look at Pulaski Technical College and Central Arkansas.
Fastest Response From Schools
- Request Info: For the fastest information for prospective students, look at the Spotlight schools on this page.
Student Body
- Part-Time: For schools emphasizing part-time studies, consider Southeast Arkansas College, Arkansas Tech, Arkansas State, and Central Arkansas.
- Diverse: For a diverse student body, consider Mid-South Community College, Southeast Arkansas College, Pulaski Technical College, and PCCUA.
- Adult Learners: For lots of adult learners, consider UACCB, East Arkansas Community College, Mid-South Community College, and Harding.
School Setting
- Out of State: For geographic diversity, take note of Harding, John Brown, Arkansas State Mountain Home, and Arkansas State.
- Dorms: For a residential campus environment, take note of Harding, John Brown, Henderson State, and Arkansas Tech.
Excellence
- SAT: For students with high SAT scores, look at John Brown and Harding.
- % Accepted: For selective institutions, look at Henderson State and Central Arkansas.
- Class Size: For small class sizes, look at UA Little Rock, PCCUA, UA Monticello, and Henderson State.
Student/Alumnus Reviews of Schools for This Career and State
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University Of Arkansas • Fort Smith, AR
Studying Computer Science (completion in 1997)
• 7/3/2011
"Over all I found the University of Arkansas to be a very good experience. I made several very good contacts thanks to my instructors."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | Over all I had a very good experience at the University of Arkansas. I am very pleased with the education I received. |
| Program Reputation | 5 | U o fA is a state funded facility and lacks the funding to be a true leader. The education provided at U of A will prepare an individual for a career. |
| Program Quality | 4 | I found that U of A lagged a little behind in technology when I was there. Over all I received a good education, just on older equipment. |
| Instruction | 8 | My instructor made very clear the concepts she was conveying. She was very helpful to those who had difficulty. |
| How Difficult | 2 | I found the course work to be very easy to follow. While others struggled from time to time, I was able to grasp the concepts very easily. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | I found the program to be just the right mix of hands on and book learning. There were plenty of labs as well as current literature. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 8 | Class flexibility is very good. U of A offers night, weekend, and summer courses. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | The facilities were recently upgraded as I left the school. I found the resources on campus to be above average. |
| Social Life | 6 | I am not a very social person. There were ample social events and gatherings. |
| Placement Services | 4 | Job placement is difficult at U of A. Fortunately I was able to find employment on my own. |
| Alumni Network | 5 | The Alumni at U of A does not get overly involved with students. I do receive mailings from time to time. |
University Of Arkansas • Fort Smith, AR
Studying Computer Science (completion in 1998)
• 10/9/2011
"My school provided me with a top notch education. The Faculty was engaging and provided support for those who needed assistance."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | I would recommend my school to others looking into the computer industry. University of Arkansas strives to continually keep pace with the technologies of the day. |
| Program Reputation | 8 | University of Arkansas is one of the better public schools in the area. I believe that their tuition rates could be lower, though. |
| Program Quality | 8 | The program was just beginning when I was at the school and lacked some of the areas of study. The staff and facilities were excellent. |
| Instruction | 8 | The instructors were fairly knowledgeable about their course materials. Objectives were lined out in great detail well before due dates. |
| How Difficult | 3 | For me, computer/network studies are a passion. I continue to learn new things every day. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | The University of Arkansas provided a good mix of lecture and hands on lab work. The Computer equipment at the University was up to standards. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 8 | Several of my instructors recognized my motivation and base of knowledge coming into class. One instructor even went as far as to tell me it was ok if I just showed up for tests. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | The University of Arkansas is a fine school with high academic standards. I would recommend it to just about any student looking for a reputable school. |
| Social Life | 5 | I am not an overly social person. I found that the classmates at the University were very eager to form study groups. |
| Placement Services | 6 | I received little assistance with job placement. There was very little call for persons in my field at the time. |
| Alumni Network | 8 | The alumni are very good at communicating events at the University. I find that I am very well informed. |
Arkansas State University • Jonesboro, AR
Studying Computer Systems (completion in 2010)
• 1/15/2012
"ASU was great. Always straight forward with me, and a good program."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | For those employed in tech but lacking a degree it is a great choice. Many programs are tailored for working students. |
| Program Reputation | 8 | ASU is considered by many to have a good reputation, including the program I completed. |
| Program Quality | 7 | School only prepares you for so much. The real value comes from on the job training. |
| Instruction | 8 | The professors were all fairly knowledgeable. Some of the technology was not up to date though. |
| How Difficult | 7 | Most of the classes were easy. A few, like the more in-depth CISCO classes, proved to be challenging. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | The majority was book learning, but a few classes had hardware aspects. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 9 | Many classes are offered online. They also have many evening courses. |
| Academic Facilities | 9 | ASU always had excellent facilities. Any time you needed assistance with anything there were many options available. |
| Social Life | 5 | I was an older student, and had other responsibilities than the social aspect of college. |
| Placement Services | I haven't used their services. From what I have heard the are fair. | |
| Alumni Network | They send out frequent updates. I have yet to utilize many of the services they offer. |
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