About the ACC Academic All-Star Scholarship & Program

The purpose of this scholarship and program is to recognize the scholarly and service achievements of Arkansas' two-year college students. The NWACC Academic All-Star will be recognized at the Arkansas Community College (ACC) Academic All-Star Awards Brunch in October, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

The NWACC Academic All-Star will receive a $500 NWACC scholarship after attending the ACC Academic All-Star Awards Brunch.

As an NWACC student, you must meet the following criteria:

• Arkansas resident
• Enrolled at NWACC and expected to continue enrollment through at least spring of the following year
• Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours in pursuit of an associate degree by June 1, 2027
• Cumulative grade point average of 3.25
• Have a minimum 6 credit hour enrollment
• Have a commitment to education, leadership, social awareness/personal development and community service
• Intend to graduate from NWACC with an associate degree by summer 2027
• Intend to transfer to an Arkansas four-year university upon associate degree completion

Application deadline is March 1, 2026.

Questions? Email academicallstar@nwacc.edu