Learner Support Services
Admissions Requirements for New Students
$35 USD non refundable application fee
Proof of high school graduation translated in English (H. S. Diploma or College transcripts)
Proof of English Requirements (TOEFL, IELTS, Approved ELS level or College Transcripts). TOEFL Institutional Code for NorthWest Arkansas Community College is: 9754
- TOEFL Score: Paper based-500; Computer based: 173; Internet based: 61
- IELTS-International English Language Testing System: Score required: 5.0
Note: All students will be required to take the COMPASS Placement test on arrival
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Proof of Immunization ( 2 MMR and Tuberculosis testing)
- Proof of Health Insurance
An I-20 will be issued only after these requirements are met.
USCIS Documents Required for International Students
F1 students:
Copy of valid F1 visa
Copy of valid Passport
Resident Alien:
Permanent Resident: Copy of Green Card/Permanent Residency Card
Temporary Resident: Copy of USCIS document for specific category
Visa Holder:
Copy of valid visa
Copy of valid passport
Completed Documents can be scanned and sent via e-mail to: International Programs
OR
Fax: 479-619-2665
Questions can also be sent to internationalprograms@nwacc.edu
Application Timeline:
Entry Semester | Semester Begins | Application Deadline |
| FALL | AUGUST | JULY 1 |
| SPRING | JANUARY | DECEMBER 1 |
| SUMMER | JUNE | MAY 1 |
Estimated Cost of Attendance: Nine Months (2 Semesters) |
| Tuition (based on 12 hours) | $ 5,550.00 |
| Room and Board | 9,530.00 |
| Health Insurance & Books | 1300.00 |
| Total | $ 16,380.00 |