- A comprehensive community college, Northark provides both vocational training in high wage and demand jobs as well as education to transfer to a university. Northark is a high value institution with very low tutition and high quality instruction. Graduates are successful in the university and the workplace. Be a Pioneer!
School Highlights
North Arkansas College serves 1,604 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 34%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,604 students
- In-state tuition: $1,920
- Out-state tuition: $2,970
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 12%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
North Arkansas College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 226 teachers has grown by 151% over five years.
North Arkansas College
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
226 staff
162 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North Arkansas College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The North Arkansas College diversity score of 0.22 is less than the state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has declined by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,604 students
1,250 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
9:1

# Full-Time Students
776 students
519 students

# Part-Time Students
828 students
731 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
776 students
519 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
828 students
731 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
46 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%

% Asian
1%
2%

% Hispanic
6%
10%

% Black
n/a
16%

% White
88%
66%

% Two or more races
3%
3%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%


Diversity Score
0.22
0.53

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
35%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$28,600

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,920 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 31% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $2,970 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 34% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,920
$2,994

Out-State Tuition Fees
$2,970
$4,750

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
94%

Median Debt for Graduates
$8,999
$9,750

Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,300

Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Softball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The North Arkansas College mission is to provide high quality, affordable, convenient opportunities for learning and community enrichment. The vision is to be a premier institution, achieving excellence through innovation, technology, continuous improvement, and quality instruction.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does North Arkansas College cost?
North Arkansas College's tuition is approximately $1,920 for In-State students and $2,970 for Out-State students.
What sports does North Arkansas College offer?
North Arkansas College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball and Softball.
What is North Arkansas College's ranking?
North Arkansas College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition.
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