C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
65/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 North Little Rock, Arkansas 72118
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 33%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
F
31/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,175
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$15,141
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College ▼

46% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$134,884
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,091
1-Year Change
+5.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$34,722
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,437
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,080
Median debt at graduation
36.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
55.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 80th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AR wage index 0.72). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$62,098$63,374-3%#302 of 560#113—
Computer and Information Sciences$32,267$50,793-6%#84 of 122#44—
Business/Commerce$32,780$49,182-1%#112 of 205#66$11,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$30,396$41,622-6%#561 of 947#178$14,500
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies$31,360$41,292-18%#38 of 41#32$7,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$30,429$39,359-19%#459 of 547#341$19,750
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$35,448-6%#109 of 160#56$12,656
Culinary Arts and Related Services$25,597$35,181-11%#76 of 96#41$17,953

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $134,884
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,091/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72114 (10.3% cap, North Little Rock)

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🏆 Where University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 2 schools
#25
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,260 $7,260

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
61%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
$15,141
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$14,256
$30,001 - $48,000$14,663
$48,001 - $75,000$16,721
$75,001 - $110,000$18,211
$110,001+$17,627

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 508 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 440 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 71 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 55 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 54 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 53 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 47 grads/yr Lineworker 39 grads/yr Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 37 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 31 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 28 grads/yr Hospitality Administration/Management, General 26 grads/yr Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other 26 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr General Studies 24 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 24 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 19 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 19 grads/yr Child Development 19 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 19 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chefs and head cooks
$61k/yr 197,300 jobs
Cooks, private household
$45k/yr 34,200 jobs
First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers
$42k/yr 1,215,000 jobs
Cooks, restaurant
$37k/yr 1,460,200 jobs
Cooks, all other
$36k/yr 24,000 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,175
Total Students
66%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
46%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 37%
Hispanic 13%
Black 40%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 46%
With Family 54%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,908 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 46%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?
Tuition at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is $4,260 for in-state students and $7,260 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,141.
What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?
The graduation rate at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College a good school?
University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?
University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College has a total enrollment of 4,175 students.
Is there rental demand near University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 46% of students at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,908 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the North Little Rock area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology