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University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville

Batesville, Arkansas · Public community college · Training programs available:

CNA classesWelding schoolsCosmetology schoolsLPN / LVN programsEMT & paramedic trainingCDL / truck driving schoolsCNC & machining programsHVAC schoolsHeavy equipment operator schoolsPhlebotomy classes
66%completion rate · Arkansas avg 57%
$10,250median debt of graduates
$32,636median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$33,706median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | Higher Learning Commission (Accredited)
Address: 2005 White Drive, Batesville, AR 72503 · Phone: (870) 612-2000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville is a public trade and career school in Batesville, Arkansas offering CNA classes, welding, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 65.9% completion rate versus a 57.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $10,250 and median earnings of $33,706 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 47.0% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
University of Arkansa… University of Arkansa…: 65.9% 65.9% Arkansas average Arkansas average: 57.3% 57.3% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Nursing assistants$28,840$34,430$36,070
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$37,380$47,970$55,280
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$23,920$28,830$33,730
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$44,670$56,620$61,220
Emergency medical technicians$28,370$36,230$41,670
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers$36,770$51,550$69,700
Machinists$37,760$51,140$61,380
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$37,040$48,110$59,760
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators$35,520$44,520$49,860
Phlebotomists$30,870$37,450$42,180

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, under 300 hours 51 not reported $28,019 $5,325
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 21 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 16 not reported $28,019 $5,325
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 16 not reported not reported not reported
Ground Transportation Certificate, under 300 hours 11 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 9 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 6 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, under 300 hours 5 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 4 not reported not reported not reported
Ground Transportation Certificate, under 300 hours 4 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 4 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 300–899 hours 3 not reported not reported not reported
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 2 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 1 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 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.

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About this school

University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville is a public community college located in Batesville, Arkansas, in a remote town setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its nursing programs carry accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. Among its 15 program families, the top trade programs by completions are CNA classes (51 completions), welding schools (25 completions), and cosmetology schools (21 completions), alongside offerings in LPN programs, EMT training, CDL training, CNC machining, HVAC, heavy equipment, and phlebotomy.

On outcomes, the campus reports a completion rate of 65.9%, which is above the state average of 57.3%. Median debt for graduates who took out loans is $10,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,706. About 47.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.

With 154 trade completers out of 751 undergraduate students, this campus appears to run shorter, high-volume certificate-style programs such as CNA and cosmetology alongside welding and other technical trades, which may suit students seeking a faster path into the workforce, including adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and formats are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The campus offers 15 program families, with the top programs being CNA classes (51 completions), welding schools (25 completions), and cosmetology schools (21 completions). It also offers LPN programs, EMT training, CDL training, CNC machining, HVAC, heavy equipment, and phlebotomy classes.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 65.9%, which is above the state average of 57.3%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates is $10,250, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,706, per 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 (870) 612-2000 or visit https://www.uaccb.edu/ for current tuition information.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents compared to private institutions.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program durations.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and check outcomes on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106999.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The presence of shorter certificate-style programs like CNA classes and cosmetology, alongside technical trades like welding, may appeal to adult career-changers, though specific scheduling and program length details are not reported here.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn about certification pathways for specific programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact the school by phone at (870) 612-2000 or visit their website at https://www.uaccb.edu/ for application information.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this data set; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106999 for comparison tools.

Nearby trade and career schools in Arkansas

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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.

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