University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is a public community college in North Little Rock, Arkansas, serving roughly 4,118 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $14,327 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,300. Student demographics in federal data include Black or African American (47.1%) and White (30.9%) among the largest enrollment groups.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,300
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $14,327 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,118 48.3% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 36.16%
  • Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
  • First-Generation Students: 43.9%
  • Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 16.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Net price trend: Average net price increase of 14.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,357
  • Room & Board: $11,899 annual estimate

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College: what the data shows

Common questions about University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.

Where is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is located in North Little Rock, AR (ZIP 72118-3347).

NCES locale classification: Town.

Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College public or private?

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is a Public institution.

How much does University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College cost?

Published tuition: $6,300 in-state, $9,450 out-of-state.

Average net price after aid: $14,327.

Family income bandAvg. net price
Family income $0–$30,000$13,544
$30,001–$48,000$13,569
$48,001–$75,000$15,976
$75,001–$110,000$17,637
$110,001+$19,318

Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $25,200.

How big is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?

Total enrollment: 4,118 students.

Undergraduate enrollment: 7,357 students.

About 48% enroll full-time in our extract.

What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?

150%-time completion rate: 36.16%.

First-year retention: 56.0%.

What do graduates of University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College earn?

Median earnings: $30,437 six years after entry; $34,722 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).

How much debt do students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,080.

55.62% of students receive Pell grants.

What is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College known for?

Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:

See ROI & Programs for more.

Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College a good school?

We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 36.16%; median earnings $34,722 at 10 years; net price $14,327. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition Costs

$6,300
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College was $6,300.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$14,327
2024 Value

In 2024 University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,327.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$57,308 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$14,327 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$25,200 4-Year In-State Tuition

$37,800 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition

$11,899 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)

$526 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)

$18,725 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)

$74,900 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)

4-year total cost breakdown for University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College.

Financial Aid by Income Level

55.62% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

41.05% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College was 0.00%.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Tuition tracker

Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College in that year.

Reporting years in the table below: 20132023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).

Year In-state tuition & fees Out-of-state tuition & fees Average net price
2013$3,507$5,247$13,349
2014$4,013$5,753$9,647
2015$4,332$6,072$10,293
2016$5,011$6,151$10,322
2017$5,170$6,340$10,872
2018$5,252$6,447$11,705
2019$5,670$6,900$12,030
2020$5,670$6,900$12,788
2021$5,670$6,900$12,959
2022$5,820$7,050$13,070
2023$4,848$7,248$15,000

Sticker tuition and net price over time

Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.

College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).

Net price by family income

Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).

Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.

Acceptance Rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment & Student Demographics

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College reported total enrollment of about 4,118 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (47.1%), White (30.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (12.8%). About 55.62% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 43.9% of students are first-generation college students.

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

48.3% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College in 2024 is 4,118 students.

Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,357 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

56.0%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 47.1%.

Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).

College Scorecard student demographics.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

20.14% 100% Completion Time

36.16% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 20.14% of students graduating from University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

Completions by Sex (Top Programs)

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 17% male / 83% female
  • Health Professions and Related Programs: 10% male / 90% female
  • Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 38% male / 62% female

IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).

Completions by Race & Ethnicity

Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.

Summed across program completion records in our extract.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College.

Return on Investment

$12,080 Median Student Debt

$34,722 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

34.79% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

505.88% Return on Investment

3.5 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College.

Top Programs by Completions

10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 54 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).

1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 508 completions

2. Health Professions and Related Programs: 440 completions

3. Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 71 completions

4. Welding Technology/Welder: 55 completions

5. Business/Commerce, General: 54 completions

6. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 53 completions

7. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 47 completions

8. Lineworker: 39 completions

9. Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef: 37 completions

Most popular programs at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College.

Employment Outcomes

Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.

Earnings outcomes for University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College graduates.

Operations

Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).

Instructional Resources

  • Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
  • Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,408
  • Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,071

Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.

Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.

About

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is a public institution located in North Little Rock, AR, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Health Professions and Related Programs, Culinary Arts/Chef Training. Enrollment is approximately 4,118 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (47.1%), White (30.9%), Hispanic or Latino (12.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 36.16%. Approximately 55.62% of students receive Pell Grants. About 43.9% of students are first-generation college students.

Institution Type

Public

Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional

Location

North Little Rock, AR 72118-3347

Region: Southeast

Insights and Analysis

Graduation Rate Considerations: The 36.16% graduation rate at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.

Diverse Program Offerings: With over 54 distinct degree programs, University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College located?

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is located in North Little Rock, AR.

How much does University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College cost?

Reported tuition is $6,300 and average net price is $14,327 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,899 annually.

What is the student body demographics at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 7,357 students, Black or African American (47.1%), White (30.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.

How many first-generation students attend University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?

About 43.9% of students at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College are first-generation college students.

What do graduates of University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College earn?

Median earnings are $30,437 six years after entry and $34,722 ten years after entry.

What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?

The 150%-time completion rate is 36.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.

How much debt do University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,080.

Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College public or private?

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is a public institution located in North Little Rock, AR.

Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College an HBCU?

No. University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.

Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College a tribal college?

No. University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.

Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?

Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 12.8%).

Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College religiously affiliated?

No religious affiliation is reported for University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • Arkansas trade schools profile
  • North Little Rock, Arkansas city profile
  • Southeast regional profile
  • All state profiles
  • Regional profiles
  • National benchmarks
  • School directory
  • All schools in Arkansas
  • Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

    Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

    Methodology

    Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

    All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.