Trade and career programs at NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 200 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 63 | $68,667 | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 56 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 51 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 23 | $62,256 | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 16 | n/a | $36,169 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 14 | $47,191 | $48,127 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 12 | $62,690 | $60,422 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 9 | $35,979 | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 4 | $35,680 | n/a | n/a |
| Plumbing | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
NorthWest Arkansas Community College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $4,380 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $10,261 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $4,139 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $2,972 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $2,446 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $4,064 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $6,642 |
| Over $110,000 | $8,840 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 37% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 62% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $44,718 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $10,732 in federal student loans.
- 24% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does NorthWest Arkansas Community College cost?
Tuition and fees are $4,380 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $4,139 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at NorthWest Arkansas Community College?
37% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do NorthWest Arkansas Community College graduates earn?
LPN and CNA certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $68,667 one year after finishing.
Is NorthWest Arkansas Community College accredited?
NorthWest Arkansas Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Arkansas Tech University, Russellville: $8,901 a year
- University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College, North Little Rock: $5,208 a year
- Arkansas State University-Beebe, Beebe: $3,360 a year
- University of Arkansas at Monticello, Monticello: $9,617 a year
- National Park College, Hot Springs: $5,600 a year
- University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton, Morrilton: $3,878 a year
More: all trade schools in Arkansas · NorthWest Arkansas Community College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.