- 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 (2024)
- 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 stayed relatively flat 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
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School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North Arkansas College has stayed relatively flat 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 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,604 students
1,250 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
9:1
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# Full-Time Students
776 students
519 students
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# Part-Time Students
828 students
731 students
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![This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of North Arkansas College. This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of North Arkansas College.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/school_enrollment/0/70/north-arkansas-college-chart-L3gu5N.png)
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
776 students
519 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
828 students
723 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
6%
10%
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% Black
n/a
16%
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% White
88%
66%
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% Two or more races
3%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Arkansas. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Arkansas.](http://images1.communitycollegereview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/0/70/north-arkansas-college-chart-kXkZYt.png)
Diversity Score
0.22
0.53
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
35%
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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
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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
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$2,970
$4,750
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
94%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$8,999
$9,750
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,300
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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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