General Studies Degree

The general studies program at University of Arkansas Community College – Hope prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Arkansas colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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University of Arkansas Community College – Hope (UACCH)

3000 W Scenic Dr, North Little Rock, AR

About
University of Arkansas Community College - Hope, located in Hope, Arkansas, was founded in 1965 and was originally known as Red River Vocational-Technical School. The school grew in size and facilities, renaming itself Red River Technical College in 1991 to better reflect its development, programs, and services.

By 1996 the school was added into the University of Arkansas System as part of its mission to consolidate publicly funded institutions, renaming the school by giving it its current name. The school maintains an beautiful campus with modern facilities to ensure it meets the needs of the modern student and community.

Academics
University of Arkansas Community College - Hope offers students a variety of programs resulting in a certificate or degree, and allowing students to choose the academic or technical tract that best suits their future plans and goals. Academic programs facilitate transfer to a four year university by allowing the accumulation of credits equivalent to the first two years of a bachelors degree.

Once completed students may apply for transfer to a four year institution to complete their degree. Technical programs prepare students by training them with the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce in their field of study. Programs take between one and two years to complete, allowing them to find work at the entry level immediately after graduation.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business
• Criminal Justice
• Funeral Services
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid
UACCH is an open enrollment institution admitting any students that complete the application for admission and provide their transcripts and test scores. Students should also meet with a counselor and participate in orientation prior to registration.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine aid program eligibility and monetary awards.

Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Arkansas Community College – Hope offers an associate's degree program in general studies.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
  • Total Employment: 440
  • Average Annual Salary: $130840

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).