- 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 1,792 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,792 students
- In-state tuition: $1,920
- Out-state tuition: $2,970
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- 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
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North Arkansas College has grown by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The North Arkansas College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has grown by 19% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,792 students
1,217 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
750 students
481 students
# Part-Time Students
1,042 students
736 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
750 students
481 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,042 students
736 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
2%
17%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
8%
10%
% White
4%
4%
% Hawaiian
82%
64%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.55
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2834%
0.3644%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2308%
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 33% 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 35% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,920
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$2,970
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
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: 2023 (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.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to North Arkansas College is Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (39.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
1600 South College Street
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
39.8 miles
| 1,246 students
Bryan University
Private for-profit
3704 W. Walnut St.
Rogers, AR 72756
(479) 899-6644
Rogers, AR 72756
(479) 899-6644
60.7 miles
| 38 students
Bryan University
Private for-profit
4255 Nature Center Way
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 862-5700
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 862-5700
63.8 miles
| 184 students
One College Drive
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 986-4000
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 986-4000
63.8 miles
| 7,037 students
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