NorthWest Arkansas Community College
1 College Drive
Bentonville, AR 72712
Phone: (479) 986-4000
 Online: nwacc.edu NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) is a public two-year college that empowers lives through accessible, high-quality education. With state-of-the-art facilities and passionate faculty, NWACC helps students succeed—whether they're working toward a two- or four-year degree, mastering a trade, or leveling up their career skills. Since opening in 1990 with just 1,200 students, NWACC has grown into Arkansas' largest two-year college, serving over 8,000 students and offering programs across Benton and Washington counties. Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, NWACC is committed to supporting students every step of the way.
Enrollment 9025
School Type 2 Year
Funding Type Public
Admissions Information
Requirements High school diploma or GED; ACT, SAT, required for placement only; some programs have additional requirements. Open admission.
Admissions Email enrollmentsupport@nwacc.edu
Admissions Phone (479) 986-4000
Scholarship Information
Highlights NWACC awards 300+ scholarships annually. By submitting a single application, you can qualify for multiple NWACC Foundation scholarships. These scholarships can ease your financial burden as you pursue your educational goals—no repayment required! The scholarship application is open annually from October 1st to March 1st (awarded for the following academic year). More Information Click Here Scholarship Email rpilgrim@nwacc.edu Scholarship Phone (479) 986-4050
Tuition Information
Tuition range: $2730-$4710. We base in-state tuition on residency. For students who live in district (Rogers & Bentonville), tuition totaled $2,730 for two 15-hour semesters. For students who live out of district, it was $4,710.
Additional Annual Fees 1410.00
Bilingual Admissions Contact Office of Hispanic Outreach (479) 619-2204
Financial Aid Information
Highlights
NWACC is the most affordable college in Arkansas, dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible education. Scholarships are available annually through the NWACC Foundation. To apply for federal financial aid, complete the FAFSA each year you’d like to be considered—FAFSA typically opens on October 1. Review eligibility requirements and deadlines to maximize your financial support; priority financial aid deadlines are May 1 for the Fall and Summer semesters, and November 1 for Spring.
Financial Aid Contact Michelle Cordell Director of Financial Aid & Banner Support
Financial Aid Phone (479) 986-4000
Financial Aid Email enrollmentsupport@nwacc.edu
More Information Click Here

Degree Programs

Agriculture (or Agricultural, Food & Life Sciences, or Agriculture & Natural Resources)

Business

Computer Information Systems

Construction Technology

Criminal Justice

Environmental Regulatory Science

Fine Arts

General Studies

Graphic Design

Health Information Management

Nursing (or Registered Nursing)

Physical Therapist Assistant (or Physical Therapy Assistant)

Paralegal Studies

Liberal Arts & Sciences

Respiratory Care (or Respiratory Therapy, or Respiratory Care Technology)

Business Administration

Business Management

Crime Scene Investigation

Early Childhood Education/Development - Birth to Pre-K credential

General Education

General Technology

Health Science

Law Enforcement Administration

Medical Laboratory Technology (or Medical Laboratory Technician)

Teaching

Food Studies

Electronics Technology and Automation

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Paramedic Sciences

Baking Arts

Construction Technology

Crime Prevention & Corrections

Culinary Arts

Electronics Technology

Forensic Science

Graphic Design

Horticulture

Law Enforcement

Nursing Assistant (or Nursing Assisting, or Nurse Assistant)

Paramedicine-Community

Pre-Health Sciences

Safety & Health

Workforce Readiness

Criminal Justice

Dental Assisting

Artisanal Food

Artisanal Butchery

Basic Emergency Medical Technician

Child Advocacy Studies Training

Child Development (or Child Development Associate)

Crime Scene Investigation

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (or HVAC or HVAC/R Fundamentals)

Law Enforcement Administration

Plumbing

Teaching

Trail Management

Trails Technician

Integrated Design

Pre-Biotech: Molecular and Cellular Biology

Fire Protection

Interior Electrician Apprentice

Electrical Studies (without licensure)

Residential Wireworker Apprentice

Plumber Apprentice

Health Information Management

Pre-Radiologic Imaging Sciences

Pre-Health Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Nurse's Aide

Accounting Technician (or Accounting Technology)

Baking & Pastry (or Baking Arts)

Child Advocacy Studies (CAST)

Construction Technology

Criminal Justice

Culinary (or Culinary Arts)

Dental Assisting (or Dental Assisting Technology)

Entrepreneurship

Environmental Regulatory Sciences

General Business

Graphic Design

Logistics Management

Media

Pre-Health Care Studies

Early Childhood Education

Artisanal Food

Horticulture

Integrated Design

Retail

Crime Scene Investigation

Law Enforcement Administration

Practical Nursing

Teaching

Trails and Community Development

Networking & Cybersecurity

Computer-Aided Design (Architectural, Civil, Mechanical)

Biotechnology

Trails Construction and Maintenance

Bicycle Assembly & Repair Technician

Health Information & Management Coding

Paramedic Sciences

Pre-Radiologic Imaging Sciences

Pre-Health Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Practical Nursing (High School Program)

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