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East Arkansas Community College

Forrest City, AR·Public·https://www.eacc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

East Arkansas Community College is a public community college in Forrest City, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

East Arkansas Community College is a public community college in Forrest City, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,640
In-State Tuition
+$180 fees
$3,540
Out-of-State Tuition
+$180 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

241 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

241 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Forrest City, AR

40°Jan44°Feb53°Mar62°Apr72°May80°Jun82°Jul81°Aug74°Sep64°Oct52°Nov44°Dec

Station: WYNNE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,640$3,540
Fees
$180$180
Total
$2,820$3,720
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

43 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
151 grads/yr$34,929
Ground TransportationCertificate
99 grads/yr
Biology, GeneralCertificate
61 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralCertificate
56 grads/yr$58,763
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
34 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's10 grads$76,339
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Certificate56 grads$58,763
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's31 grads$35,810
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate151 grads$34,929
Ground Transportation
Certificate99 grads
Biology, General
Certificate61 grads
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate34 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate26 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate22 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate17 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is East Arkansas Community College located?

East Arkansas Community College is located in Forrest City, AR. The main campus address is 1700 Newcastle Rd, Forrest City, AR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend East Arkansas Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, East Arkansas Community College charges $2,640/year for in-state students and $3,540/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $3,720/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use East Arkansas Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is East Arkansas Community College the right fit for me?

Whether East Arkansas Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,540/year out-of-state), campus culture in Forrest City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh East Arkansas Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with East Arkansas Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Forrest City, AR
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Memphis, TN (MEM) · 45 mialso JBR (55 mi), NQA (55 mi)

Location

Forrest City, AR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.