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South Arkansas College

El Dorado, AR·Public·www.southark.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

South Arkansas College is a public community college in El Dorado, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

South Arkansas College is a public community college in El Dorado, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (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)
$2,016
In-State Tuition
+$765 fees
$4,128
Out-of-State Tuition
+$765 fees
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Room & Board
8 meals/week
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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

385 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

58°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

385 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
451 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · El Dorado, AR

45°Jan49°Feb56°Mar64°Apr72°May79°Jun82°Jul82°Aug76°Sep65°Oct54°Nov47°Dec

Station: EL DORADO GOODWIN FIELD · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

91/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety1007689
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
76/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
89/100
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
$2,016$4,128
Fees
$765$765
Total
$2,781$4,893
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 8 meals/week

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is South Arkansas College located?

South Arkansas College is located in El Dorado, AR. The main campus address is 300 S West Ave, El Dorado, AR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend South Arkansas College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, South Arkansas College charges $2,016/year for in-state students and $4,128/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $4,893/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use South Arkansas College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is South Arkansas College the right fit for me?

Whether South Arkansas College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,128/year out-of-state), campus culture in El Dorado, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh South Arkansas College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
El Dorado, AR
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 58°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
91/100
Nearest Airport
El Dorado, AR (ELD) · 9 mialso MLU (61 mi), BAD (76 mi)

Location

El Dorado, 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.