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Arkansas Northeastern College
Blytheville, Arkansas · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2501 S Division, Blytheville, AR 72316 · Phone: 87076210201114 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Arkansas Northeastern College is a public trade and career school in Blytheville, Arkansas, offering welding, HVAC, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Arkansas Northeastern College has a 49.1% completion rate, below the state average of 57.3%, and graduates earn a median of $33,169 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Arkansas Northeastern College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 24.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,380 | $47,970 | $55,280 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,040 | $48,110 | $59,760 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $44,670 | $56,620 | $61,220 |
| Nursing assistants | $28,840 | $34,430 | $36,070 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,370 | $36,230 | $41,670 |
| Phlebotomists | $30,870 | $37,450 | $42,180 |
| Dental assistants | $35,060 | $42,830 | $46,730 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $39,900 | $65,420 | $76,400 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arkansas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $23,121 | $19,227 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 15 | $37,276 | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 15 | $23,121 | $19,227 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Arkansas Northeastern College is a public trade and career-training campus in Blytheville, Arkansas. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). The college awards 11 program families, most commonly Welding schools, HVAC schools, and LPN / LVN programs, based on completer counts.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 49.1%, which is below the state average of 57.3%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $33,169. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 24.0% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of the student body has demonstrated financial need.
With 756 undergraduates and 128 trade program completers in a remote-town setting, this campus appears to serve local and regional students seeking hands-on trades like welding, HVAC, and practical nursing rather than a large urban student body. Program lengths and scheduling details (full-time, part-time, evening) are not reported here, so anyone considering a career change should confirm those specifics directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and full outcome data, check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and the listed accreditors directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Arkansas Northeastern College offers 11 program families, most commonly Welding schools, HVAC schools, and LPN / LVN programs, along with fields like CNA, EMT, phlebotomy, dental assisting, and aviation mechanics.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 49.1%, which is below the Arkansas state average of 57.3%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Graduates have a median earnings of $33,169 ten years after entering the school, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at the phone or website listed for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Arkansas Northeastern College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and Title IV aid eligibility, as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and other listed accreditors, and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?107327.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, hands-on trade programs such as welding, HVAC, and LPN training in a small remote-town setting, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling for adult learners is not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program (for example, LPN licensure or dental assistant certification) and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Arkansas Northeastern College by phone at 87076210201114 or visit its website at https://www.anc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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- Blytheville School District #5Blytheville, AR
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- Phillips Community College of the University of ArkansasHelena, AR · 55% completion
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- PccuaHelena-West Helena, AR
- Black River Technical CollegePocahontas, AR · 55% completion
- Arkansas State University-NewportNewport, AR · 46% completion
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.