Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

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2022 Undergraduate Tuition

$2,310

4.05% growth from 2021

2022 Average Net Price

$5,345

After Financial Aid

2022 Enrolled Students

1,278

39.4% Full-Time

2022 Graduation Rate

45.8%

109 Graduates

About

Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is a higher education institution located in Sevier County, AR. In 2022, the most popular 1 to 2 Year Postsecondary Certificate concentrations at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas were Liberal Arts & Sciences (107 degrees awarded), General Health Services (87 degrees), and Industrial Mechanics & Maintenance Technology (35 degrees).

In 2022, 887 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas. 52.9% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 47.1% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (475 degrees), 1.58 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (301 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is $2,310, which is $−5,802 less than the national average for Associates Colleges ($8,112).

Associates Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional Associates Colleges

Costs

In 2022, the median undergraduate tuition at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is $2,310, which is $5,802 less than the national average for Associates Colleges ($8,112).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $5,345.

In 2022, 76% of undergraduate students attending Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas received financial aid through grants.

Tuition Costs

$2,310

2022 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2022, the cost of tuition at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas was $2,310. The cost of tuition at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is $−5,802 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Associates Colleges ($8,112).

This chart compares the tuition costs of Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$5,345

2022 Value

10%

1 Year Growth

In 2022 Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $5,345. Between 2021 and 2022, the average net price of Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas grew by 10%.

This chart compares the average net price of Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$7,792

Room and Board

$300

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas was of $7,792 in 2022. The cost of room and board increased by 13.9% between 2021 and 2022.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $300. The cost of books and supplies increased by 25% during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

76%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

76% of undergraduate students at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas received financial aid through grants or loans in 2022. This represents a growth of 4.11% with respect to 2021, when 73% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Enrollment

Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas had a total enrollment of 1,278 students in 2022. The full-time enrollment at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is 504 students and the part-time enrollment is 774. This means that 39.4% of students enrolled at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas, both undergraduate and graduate, is 53.6% White, 28.6% Hispanic or Latino, 11.4% Black or African American, 5.16% Two or More Races, 0.782% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.391% Asian, and 0.0782% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (32.7%), followed by Hispanic or Latino Female (19.8%) and White Male (18.5%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

39.4%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas in 2022, both undergraduate and graduate, is 1,278 students. The full-time enrollment at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is 504 and the part-time enrollment is 774. This means that 39.4% of students enrolled at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are enrolled full-time compared with N/A% at similar Associates Colleges.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

79%

2022 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. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas was 79%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Associates Colleges (62%), Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas had a retention rate higher than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2022)

White
685 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
365 enrolled students
Black or African American
146 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is 53.6% White, 28.6% Hispanic or Latino, 11.4% Black or African American, 5.16% Two or More Races, 0.782% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.391% Asian, and 0.0782% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Associates Colleges is 42.9% White, 27.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.5% Black or African American.

Graduates

In 2022, 51 more women than men received degrees from Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is white (475 degrees awarded). There were 1.58 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (301 degrees).

The most common 1 to 2 Year Postsecondary Certificate concentration at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is Liberal Arts & Sciences (107 degrees awarded), followed by General Health Services (87 degrees) and Industrial Mechanics & Maintenance Technology (35 degrees).

In 2022, the most specialized majors across all degree types at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Precision Production (116 degrees awarded), Mechanical Technologies (179 degrees), and Liberal Arts & Humanities (197 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Elementary & middle school teachers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are Elementary & middle school teachers (1,601,416 people), Secondary school teachers (453,694 people), Education administrators (256,516 people), Special education teachers (190,593 people), and Preschool & kindergarten teachers (174,280 people).

The most specialized majors at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas in 2022 are Precision Production (116 degrees awarded), Mechanical Technologies (179 degrees), Liberal Arts & Humanities (197 degrees), Interdisciplinary Studies (33 degrees), and Education (76 degrees) (as of 2022).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are Surgeons, Cardiovascular technologists and technicians, Skincare specialists, Broadcast announcers and radio disc jockeys, and Physicians

The most specialized majors at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are Precision Production (116 degrees awarded), Mechanical Technologies (179 degrees), Liberal Arts & Humanities (197 degrees), Interdisciplinary Studies (33 degrees), and Education (76 degrees) (as of 2022).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are Elementary & secondary schools (2,787,472 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (256,842 people), General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (197,799 people), Computer Systems Design (125,650 people), and Child day care services (103,340 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas.

Most Common (2022)

Liberal Arts & Sciences
107 degrees awarded
General Health Services
87 degrees awarded
Industrial Mechanics & Maintenance Technology
35 degrees awarded

In 2022, the most common 1 to 2 year postsecondary certificate concentration at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas was Liberal Arts & Sciences with 107 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from 1 to 2 year postsecondary certificate programs at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

418

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2022

469

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2022

In 2022, 418 degrees were awarded to men at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas, which is 0.891 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (469).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2022, 109 degrees were awarded to men at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas in Welding Technology, which is 15.6 times more than the 7 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2022, 96 degrees were awarded to men at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas in Liberal Arts & Sciences, which is 2.46 times more than the 39 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

31%

100% Completion Time

46%

150% Completion Time

In 2022, 31% of students graduating from Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 46% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 47% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Associates Colleges Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

American Indian or Alaska Native Female

Highest Graduation Rate (100%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2022 at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is Female and American Indian or Alaska Native (100% graduation rate). Across all Associates Colleges, Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (73.2%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2022)

White
475 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
301 degrees awarded
Black or African American
65 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is white (475 degrees awarded). There were 1.58 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (301 degrees).

0% of degree recipients (0 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2022)

White Female
264 degrees awarded
White Male
211 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino Male
168 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is white female (264 degrees awarded). There were 1.25 times more white female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white male (211 degrees).

Operations

Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas has an endowment valued at nearly $100k, as of the end of the 2022 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 65.6k (65.5%) compared to the 0.843% average return (43.9k on 5.21M) across all Associates Colleges.

In 2022, Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas had a total salary expenditure of 17M. Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas employs 48 Instructors. Most academics at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are Female Instructor (34), and Male Instructor (14).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas are: Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services, with 40 employees, Service, with 12 employees, and Business and Financial Operations with 8 employees.

Endowment

$100k

2022 Endowment

20%

growth from 2021

This line chart shows how the endowment at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Associates Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$7.07M

2022 Salaries

7.31%

growth from 2021

In 2022, Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas paid a median of $7.07M in salaries, which represents 41.5% of their overall expenditure ($17M) and a 7.31% growth from the previous year. This is compared to a 0.026% growth between 2020 and 2021, and a 2.25% decline between 2019 and 2020.

The median for similar Associates Colleges is 16.8M (40.1% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$2.5M

Instructional Salaries

Number of Employees

In 2022, Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas paid a total of $2.5M to 48 employees working as instructors, which represents 35.4% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $5.35M (31.8%) for similar Associates Colleges.

Occupations by Share

Instructor

Most Common Instructor

48 Employees

Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

40 Employees

In 2022, the most common positions for instructional staff at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas was Instructor with 48 employees.

In 2022, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas were Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services with 40 employees, Service with 12 employees, and Business and Financial Operations with 8 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2022)

Female Instructor
Male Instructor

In 2022, the most common demographic for instructional staff at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas was Female Instructor with 34 employees, and Male Instructor with 14 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas.

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