Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCCUA) will partner with the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) to expand access to affordable four-year degrees in eastern Arkansas.

On Wednesday, March 11, the two institutions will officially announce a new collaborative program that will allow students to complete select bachelor’s degrees through UAM while remaining on PCCUA campuses, creating a true “start here and finish here” program for students from the Delta and surrounding communities.

Through this partnership, PCCUA students will have the chance to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in K-6 elementary education degree beginning in May 2026 and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree starting in August 2026. Both degree programs are pending approval from the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Higher Learning Commission.

This initiative is designed to increase access, strengthen workforce development and provide a seamless transition for students who are ready to continue their education close to home. By combining resources and expertise, PCCUA and UAM aim to improve degree completion rates while offering some of the most affordable tuition rates in the state.

The announcement will take place at 1:30 p.m. on March 11 at the Hendrix Fine Arts Center on the PCCUA Helena campus. The event is open to the public and media, and leaders from both universities are scheduled to share details about the partnership. Interview, photo and video opportunities will be available.

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About PCCUA

Founded in 1965, Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCCUA) joined the University of Arkansas System in 1996 and serves students through campuses in Helena-West Helena, DeWitt, and Stuttgart. PCCUA offers associate degrees, technical certifications, workforce training, and adult education programs designed to meet the educational and economic needs of the Arkansas Delta. With a focus on accessibility, affordability, and student support, PCCUA is committed to empowering individuals, strengthening families, and advancing communities through education.

About UAM

The University of Arkansas at Monticello was established in 1909 and was formally known as the Fourth District Agricultural School, the Agricultural and Mechanical College of the Fourth District and Arkansas Agricultural and Mechanical College. The four-year institution is located in Monticello, Arkansas. In 2003, UAM expanded its mission to include vocational and technical education when the UAM College of Technology-Crossett and the UAM College of Technology-McGehee became part of UAM to create a comprehensive system of postsecondary education in southeast Arkansas.

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