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Arkansas Technical School
North Little Rock, Arkansas · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 200 E Washington Ave, North Little Rock, AR 72114 · Phone: (501) 891-6283 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Arkansas Technical School is a private for-profit trade school in North Little Rock, AR offering barber, cosmetology, and esthetician programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Arkansas Technical School has a 58.3% completion rate, near the state average of 57.3%, with median graduate debt of $16,500 and median earnings of $16,209 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Arkansas Technical School is $24,705, federal financial aid is accepted, and 68.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $24,240 | $25,640 | $30,040 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,920 | $28,830 | $33,730 |
| Skincare specialists | $23,580 | $36,520 | $39,890 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $23,930 | $27,690 | $28,200 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $14,435 | $13,593 | $16,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $14,435 | $13,593 | $16,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $14,435 | $13,593 | $16,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $14,435 | $13,593 | $16,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $14,435 | $13,593 | $16,500 |
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 Technical School is a private for-profit trade and career school located in North Little Rock, Arkansas. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus focuses on personal care trades, with its top programs being barber schools, cosmetology schools, and esthetician schools, alongside offerings in nail technology.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 58.3%, which is near the Arkansas state average of 57.3%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $16,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,209. The annual cost of attendance is $24,705, and 68.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of about 123 and 37 trade completers reported, appears suited to students seeking shorter, hands-on training in personal care fields rather than multi-year associate degrees. The program structure and small-city setting may appeal to adult students or career changers looking for a focused, licensure-oriented path, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Arkansas Technical School offers programs in barber schools, cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and nail tech schools. The top programs by enrollment are barber schools, cosmetology schools, and esthetician schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 68.3% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 58.3%, which is near the Arkansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $16,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,209, per federal College Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $24,705.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (501) 891-6283 or visit arktech.edu to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106351.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on personal care trades like barbering and cosmetology may suit those seeking shorter, licensure-focused training, though specific fit details for adult learners are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details on licensure exams tied to its barber, cosmetology, and esthetician programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Arkansas Technical School at (501) 891-6283 or through its website, https://www.arktech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for other institutions offering similar programs in the area.
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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.