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Quick Facts About NWACC
NWACC is well known for academic programs within health professions, business, culinary, science and the arts. Our graduates typically perform well above the national average on licensing and certification exams.
NWACC also reflects the national trend in establishing and enhancing programs that prepare students for entering the workplace. In addition to bicycle tech, CDL truck driving and food study programs, the college has enhanced skilled trade opportunities for students pursuing occupations such as electricians, plumbers and HVAC technicians.
Whether you choose to begin your college journey here, or are ready to return to college
to acquire new skills for a career change, NWACC's affordable, quality education can
turn your dreams into a reality.
Program Highlights
- NWACC served more than 14,000 students in the last academic year, which included college credit and workforce development classes, community education, adult education, as well as secondary students through
the Regional Technology Center.
- NWACC's skilled trades programs and the construction technology program reflect the college’s commitment to meet the needs of the construction industry in the growing region.
- The Physical Therapist Assistant and Fire Sciences programs achieved 100% first-time pass rates on licensure exams in 2020-2021.
- The college offers certified retail analyst program and continuing education to meet the needs of the retailer and supplier community,
such as Walmart Stores Inc.
- NWACC's nursing program was ranked #4 Best RN Program in Arkansas by the website www.registerednursing.org
- NWACC is nationally recognized for offering outstanding service to military veterans and was ranked as a Military Friendly School in 2020.
- View the ADHE Consumer Guide to learn about NWACC's student success, employment, costs and enrollment measures.
NWACC Facts
View the NWACC Fact Book for detailed information on student enrollment numbers, demographics, programs and more.
Institutional Research
Learn more about NWACC's Institutional Research department and the quality, timely and accurate reporting and information it provides the college to support decision making at NWACC.