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Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas

Helena, AR·Public·595 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 595 students.

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595
Students
$5,420
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$26,200
Earnings
10 yr
$3,500
Debt

About This School

Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas is a public institution located in Helena, Arkansas with approximately 595 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,420 per year. Typical graduates earn $26,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCC) is a public community college in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas. The college enrolls 2,350 students (64% female, 36% male) and has been accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools the since 1970. As of 2009, the college has three campuses: the Helena-West Helena Campus, the DeWitt Campus, and the Stuttgart Campus.

The numbers tell a reasonably encouraging story here — with an average net price of just $5,420/year and median debt at graduation of only $3,500, this is one of the more affordable paths to a credential you'll find anywhere. Worth considering if you're looking to minimize financial risk while completing foundational coursework or earning a two-year degree close to home. The main concern is the post-graduation earnings picture: a median income of $26,200 a decade out suggests limited earning potential from this credential alone, so have a clear plan for transferring to a four-year school or pairing this degree with specific workforce training.

Founded
1965
Setting
Remote town

Popular Programs

Health Professions11%
Business & Marketing7%
Education5%
Computer Science3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$3,230
Out-of-State Tuition
$5,270
Avg Net Price
$5,420
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants36%
Median debt at graduation$3,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$3,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$3,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$21,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 7.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White40%
Black55%
Hispanic/Latino3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (595 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas

1000 Campus Drive

Helena, AR 72342-0785

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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