Northwest Technical Institute

709 S. Old Missouri Road
Springdale, AR 72765
Phone: (479) 751-8824
Online: nwti.edu Northwest Technical Institute (NWTI) opened on August 11, 1975, in Springdale, AR. Currently, NWTI is celebrating 50 years of providing excellence in workforce training. We’re more than just a school — we’re a gateway to the future, a community of innovators and the launchpad for new beginnings. This is a place where students are not just a number but are individuals with dreams and aspirations. NWTI is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. Our programs are diverse, just like our students. We cater to the passionate mechanic, aspiring nurse, creative welder, electronics and automation technician, and more. Our curriculum uses real-world applications and hands-on learning. Our faculty brings a wealth of experience to their respective programs. This combination ensures that when a student graduate, they are skilled and job ready. NWTI offers an abundance of resources to support student success and is more than the sum of our programs and resources; our students forge friendships, develop ideas, and shape their lives. NWTI provides a growing variety of industry-focused training that promotes involvement between both students and industry. NWTI is not just a place to learn - it’s a place to grow, a place to strive, and a place to shine. Come join us at NWTI and FIND YOUR FUTURE.

Enrollment 2012

School Type Technical School

Funding Type Public

Admissions Information

Requirements 1. Each diploma seeking student is required to complete an online application at nwti.edu. Each student will need to provide the following additional documentation to be considered for admission: 2. Submit an official high school transcript. 3. Submit Accuplacer or ACT test scores that are less than 3 years old. 4. Provide an immunization record showing proof of immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) as required by Arkansas state law. Students applying for the Practical Nursing program will have additional admission requirements. Students who have provided all completed documents and meet the minimum requirements of their selected program may be subjected to an interview with the program instructors prior to selection for admission.

Minimum GPA High school diploma or GED

Minimum ACT Math 16 English 10

Admissions Email info@nwti.edu

Admissions Phone (479) 751-8824

Scholarship Information

Highlights NWTI offers a variety of scholarships that are publicly and privately funded. Among these are Arkansas Future Grant, private sponsors, NWTI Education Foundation, institutional tuition waivers, Marshallese specific, Single Parent, and others. For more information, please visit www.nwti.edu. More Information Click Here Scholarship Email bdaniel@nwti.edu Scholarship Phone (479) 751-8824

Tuition Information

Tuition is based on 26 credit hours max per semester at $72 per credit hour, some programs may require more credit hours.

In-state Tuition $3,816.00

Additional Annual Fees $890.00

Annual Fee Notes Fees can vary between $200-$2,100 depending on the program selected.

Application Fee Exemptions

Waived only on a case-by-case basis

Bilingual Admissions Contact Ms. Shay Lastra (479) 751-8824

Financial Aid Information

Highlights

The Financial Aid Officer administers Federal Pell Grants and approved Arkansas State Aid programs. VA benefits are available for some of the programs offered at NWTI. Federal Aid may cover school expenses including tuition, books, and supplies. Northwest Technical Institute does not participate in the federal student loan program. Financial Aid Priority Deadline is July 1 each year. Applications can be found on our website at: nwti.edu/o/nti/page/financial-aid-overview

Financial Aid Contact Brooke Daniel Director of Student Services

Financial Aid Phone (479) 751-8824

Financial Aid Email bdaniel@nwti.edu

Financial Aid Priority Deadline Jul 1, 2025

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