4 schools · Arkansas
Construction trades programs in Arkansas
4 schools in Arkansas offer construction trades programs (4 of them public), with 4 certificate and 0 associate programs between them.
All construction trades programs in Arkansas
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Tech UniversityRussellville, AR | Public technical school | Certificate | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $8,901 |
| North Arkansas CollegeHarrison, AR | Public community or technical college | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $3,840 |
| University of Arkansas at Little RockLittle Rock, AR | Public university | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $9,808 |
| University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community CollegeForrest City, AR | Public community or technical college | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $3,390 |
Cities with the most programs: Russellville (1), Harrison (1), Little Rock (1), Forrest City (1).
What counts: building and construction finishing, management and inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How many construction trades programs are in Arkansas?
4 schools in Arkansas awarded construction trades certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 4 certificate and 0 associate programs.
What is the cheapest construction trades school in Arkansas?
By yearly tuition and fees, University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City charges $3,390 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
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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.