UA Cossatot 2025-26 Catalog and Student Handbook

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2025-26 UA Cossatot Catalog and Student Handbook introduces the university’s mission-centered approach to education, tracing its “skull crusher” heritage and growth from its founding era to serving over 1,400 students each semester. It highlights academic affordability, rankings, faculty awards, and a mix of textbook programs and industry-certified technical training. The handbook includes official contact information, administration and board listings, equal opportunity/affirmative action statements, and notices about accuracy and possible updates to charges, courses, and regulations.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryGeneral

FormatPDF

Pages137

Reading Time48 min

AccessFree to download

Mission

Core Values

Vision

Philosophy of General Education

Student Admission Procedure

Programs with Special Admission Procedures

Course Transfer Policy

Readmitted Students

Felony Enrollment Policy

Veterans Preference for Enrollment

Prior Learning Credit

Credit for Military Experience

2025-26 STUDENT HANDBOOK Welcome to UA Cossatot! You may not know it yet, but you have taken the first step in getting a top-flight education and are on your way to a rewarding career. Many people know the name Cossatot as it applies to the beautiful local river, but few know that Cossatot is a Native American word meaning "skull crusher." Our college adopted this name when we opened our doors in 1974. We feel that it is a name that suits our school well because imparting knowledge is what we do best at UA Cossatot. We have come a long way since 1974 – with just 35 students. We now educate more than 1,400 students each semester, helping each student to carve out his or her start to a great future. UA Cossatot is consistently ranked in the top five colleges in Arkansas for graduation rate and affordability. Our college and our faculty routinely win awards for creativity and excellence. This means you are enrolling in a college that supports and guides you all the way through your classroom education while still making it all incredibly inexpensive to attend. Throw in the most creative and affordable textbook program in Arkansas, innovation in industry-certified technical training, a college that ranks in the top five for transfer education and you have the recipe for the perfect college for you! We are glad to welcome you as a part of the "skull crusher" heritage at University of Arkansas Cossatot. Dr. Steve Cole Chancellor UA Cossatot 2025-26 CATALOG AND STUDENT HANDBOOK 183 College Drive, De Queen, AR 71832 1558 Hwy 371 West, Nashville, AR 71852 1411 N. Constitution Ave., Ashdown, AR 71822 128 E. Main Lockesburg, AR 71816 800-844-4471 / 870-584-4471 [www.cccua.edu](www.cccua.edu AR Relay Services:)[ AR Relay Services:](www.cccua.edu AR Relay Services:) 711 Board of Visitors Mike Cranford, Ashdown Brenda Tate, Ashdown Joe Martinez, Ashdown Dr. Steve Cole Chancellor 870-584-1173 [scole@cccua.edu](scole@cccua.edu) Dori Gutierrez, De Queen Angie Walker, De Queen Barbara Dixon, De Queen UA Cossatot Administration Dr. Ashley Aylett Vice Chancellor Academic Services 870-584-1125 [aaylett@cccua.edu](aaylett@cccua.edu) Barbara Horn Tim Pinkerton, Nashville Dr. Glen Lance, Nashville Charlotte Johnson Vice Chancellor Business Services 870-584-1115 [cjohnson@cccua.edu](cjohnson@cccua.edu) Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action UA Cossatot is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution in compliance with the Higher Education Act of 1965 and other Civil Rights laws and offers equal opportunity for admission and employment. Employment preference is given to applicants possessing a Career Readiness Certificate (CRC) with all other qualifications being equal. Programs and activities of UAC are provided to all students without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, Vietnam era veteran or special disabled veteran status, or sex. Questions or concerns regarding affirmative action can be directed to the Compliance Officer, c/o UA Cossatot, 183 College Drive, De Queen, AR 71832. For Arkansas RELAY Voiced Services call 711 or 800-285-1121. Faculty and students are responsible for keeping informed regarding the information contained in this Catalog and other official communications issued by the College regarding regulations, policies, and requirements affecting the employee and the student’s status at the College. Communication venues include, but are not limited to, UA Cossatot email, USPS, written announcements, oral announcements, web statements, and Blackboard announcements. Information in this catalog is deemed accurate at the time of printing. The College reserves the right to change, without notice, any charges, courses, or regulations given in this Catalog, or to make changes as necessary in order to better carry out its mission or the college policies of the Board of Visitors, or applicable State or Federal laws. Alternative

FAQs

What does the UA Cossatot name mean and why was it adopted?

Cossatot is described as a Native American word meaning “skull crusher.” The college adopted the name when it opened in 1974 because it aligns with its educational mission.

How does the catalog explain UA Cossatot’s approach to affordability and education?

It states UA Cossatot is ranked among the top five colleges in Arkansas for graduation rate and affordability, and that students receive support through classroom education while attending at an intentionally low cost.

What equal opportunity and affirmative action commitments are stated?

The handbook states UA Cossatot is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution compliant with the Higher Education Act of 1965 and other civil rights laws, offering equal opportunity for admission and employment.

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