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NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, Arkansas · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: One College Drive, Bentonville, AR 72712 · Phone: (479) 986-4000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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NorthWest Arkansas Community College is a public trade and career school in Bentonville, Arkansas offering medical assistant, culinary, and CNA programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
NorthWest Arkansas Community College has a 31.3% completion rate, below the state average of 57.3%, with median graduate debt of $9,506 and median earnings of $43,505 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for NorthWest Arkansas Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used, and about 23.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $30,840 | $37,760 | $42,900 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $33,500 | $46,170 | $64,970 |
| Nursing assistants | $28,840 | $34,430 | $36,070 |
| Dental assistants | $35,060 | $42,830 | $46,730 |
| Medical records specialists | $33,920 | $41,740 | $51,440 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,370 | $36,230 | $41,670 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $46,810 | $63,640 | $78,480 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $30,320 | $44,160 | $57,910 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $33,410 | $48,660 | $60,580 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 201 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 63 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 21 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $50,091 | $41,937 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
NorthWest Arkansas Community College is a public community college in Bentonville, Arkansas. It accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and its programs are reviewed by accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Higher Learning Commission. Among its 20 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs (208 completers), culinary and pastry programs (92 completers), and CNA classes (63 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 31.3%, which is below the state average of 57.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,506, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,505. About 23.2% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a mix of short career-certificate tracks like CNA classes and longer associate-style programs like medical assisting, this campus may fit both first-time students and adult career-changers looking for shorter, hands-on training, though specific schedule formats are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
NorthWest Arkansas Community College offers 20 program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs (208), culinary and pastry programs (92), and CNA classes (63).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its accreditors include the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Higher Learning Commission.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 31.3%, which is below the Arkansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,506, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,505, per federal data.
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 directly at (479) 986-4000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for in-state students and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition rates are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation directly with the listed accreditors and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?367459.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter certificate-style programs like CNA classes and longer programs like medical assisting, which may suit adult career-changers, though specific schedule and format details are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach NorthWest Arkansas Community College at (479) 986-4000 or visit https://www.nwacc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.