About NorthWest Arkansas Community College

Founded in 1989, NorthWest Arkansas Community College. is a college. Located in Arkansas, which is a city setting in Arkansas, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 7,761 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The NorthWest Arkansas Community College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 18:1. There are 148 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at NorthWest Arkansas Community College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee20
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at NWACC are considered , with ,12% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at NorthWest Arkansas Community College.

5%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
9%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
11%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
14%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
86%
“I feel extremely safe”
89%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
4%
“We bought the gear”
7%
“We live for the big game”
5%
“It”s not really our thing”
25%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
52%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
18%
“We”re a very artistic group”
2%
“Haven”t met them”
5%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
20%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
5%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
27%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
55%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
16%
“We only party on weekends”
2%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
33%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
63%
“There might be people who do”
5%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
5%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
9%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
11%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
14%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
86%
“I feel extremely safe”
89%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
4%
“We bought the gear”
7%
“We live for the big game”
5%
“It”s not really our thing”
25%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
52%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
18%
“We”re a very artistic group”
2%
“Haven”t met them”
5%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
20%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
5%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
27%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
55%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
16%
“We only party on weekends”
2%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
33%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
63%
“There might be people who do”
5%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
5%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
9%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
11%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
14%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
86%
“I feel extremely safe”
89%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
4%
“We bought the gear”
7%
“We live for the big game”
5%
“It”s not really our thing”
25%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
52%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
18%
“We”re a very artistic group”
2%
“Haven”t met them”
5%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
20%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
5%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
27%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
55%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
16%
“We only party on weekends”
2%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
33%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
63%
“There might be people who do”
5%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    33 Students rated on-campus housing 1.7 stars. 9 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    30 Students rated off-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    45 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    45 Students rated campus facilities 4.5 stars. 53 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    45 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 69 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    44 Students rated school activities 3.4 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    44 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 41 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    45 Students rated academics 4.4 stars. 58 % gave the school a 5.0.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of NorthWest Arkansas Community College?

47 Students rated NorthWest Arkansas Community College

lexie - 03/30/2023

So far the teachers have been amazing. Will answer any questions you ask and will have conversations with you and laugh with you. Making my experience so much better and comfortable for learning and wanting learn things by the teachers that want to teach and help you get what you want.

Jocilyn - 03/28/2023

I have been a concurrent student at NWACC since my sophomore year of high school. It´s been a great opportunity for me, and the staff I've met have been very nice and helpful! My professors have been awesome to learn from, all of my classes have been online and I love the flexibility it gives me. Overall a great and affordable school.

Katelyn - 03/31/2020

For being a person of intense social anxiety, I love this college. It is small, easily accessible, and parking is extremely easy to find, with no payments or specific times you have to vacate. The professors that I have experienced seem to really enjoy their jobs and and they are easy to access outside of class.

Breanna - 11/20/2019

Northwest Arkansas Community College is a great campus and a good way for high school students to transition into college. The campus may not be big, but there are tons of people that attend here. The teachers care about your academic success and give lots of resources to aid you. My advisor experience has always been exceptional; they go above and beyond to help me succeed and direct me to get to where I want to be. Overall, NWACC has helped me better myself and my college career.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at NorthWest Arkansas Community College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for NorthWest Arkansas Community College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would tell myself to immediately consider the fact that my parents are not able to provide assistance with money for college. I would tell myself to focus on studying and look at scholarships more. I would say remember that the long days at school and late nights studying will pay off later in life after college when my career begins. I would tell myself that the career I want way not pay a lot but that is no reason to deny myself happiness. I would tell myself to remember to be a role model for my family and friends. I would try to focus on being debt free and taking things simple for now but to remember that after the education I will be able to afford the things I want. I would tell myself when I get frusturated to remember that my Heavenly Father will always make a way for me to achieve things and I should never forget that. I would find other friends who are serious about college and have a social life with them because we are more likely to stick together and help each other. I would tell myself to suceed at everything.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    The NorthWest Arkansas Community College is a great school for those who are trying to recieve a great education.

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  4. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    NWACC has always been called the school with no walls. It held classes all over but with time and dedication it has grown to a campus school with many options. The school is very popular in our area and everyone loves it. It is a great place to learn to achieve a degree. The instructors are personla and helpful. It is a kind and caring school.

    Read all 8 answers

  5. What kind of person should attend this school?

    I recommend anyone that went to a smaller high school to attend NWACC if they aren't looking for a huge population change. Smaller high schools have smaller classes, just like this school offers. The student wouldn't have to make major adaptations.

    Read all 8 answers

  6. What's unique about your campus?

    I really like the smaller classes this school provides. There are more opportunities for a teacher to get to know you and further assist you on any problems you may have a with a class. The teachers have more office hours than larger universities which allows students to contact them outside of class.

    Read all 7 answers

  7. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Nothing!!

    Read all 5 answers

  8. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are respectful and get along with other students and instructors.

    Read all 4 answers

  9. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The location of NWACC is what makes me like it as much as I do. It's local and it feels local.

    Read all 3 answers

  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    I think that everyone should attend school to better themselves. The only person I would say should not attend this school would be someone who is not dedicated or can't make a self committment to get a better education. If your not serious about school then don't go. I believe everyone has the right to choose for themselves and everyone should exercise their choice.

    Read all 3 answers

  11. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about my school is the books are so expensive. I think all colleges charge to much for their books and then when you return them for refund you dont get much back and the book is still new.

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  12. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag about the variety in terms of courses available at the school. You can take online courses, on-campus courses, or even hybrid courses. Also, there are so many different classes to choose from and a lot of different degree plans that can be pursued such as aviation, nursing, computer programming, or you can get set up to go on to a four-year university. It's really awesome to go to a school that provides so much academic diversity.

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  13. What are your classes like?

    Interesting and fun.

    Read all 1 answers

  14. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Not enough parking. The professors are great and understanding. School has a SIFE which do community service projects.

    Read all 1 answers

  15. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    Geeks. Students are very focused.

    Read all 1 answers

  16. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I would have wished to know that there is such a thing as blackboard and that, even before the first day of class, some professors will post homework assigments . This would have helped me keep myself updated with my classes.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

56%

female

44%

male

7,761

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

3%

Out-Of-State

95%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

20

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
2%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
2%
% Hispanic/Latino
17%
% White or Caucasian
67%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

82% of students attending NorthWest Arkansas Community College receive some sort of financial aid. 49% were awarded federal grants. While 23% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$4,708

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$11,205

Room and Board

17,113

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$4,974
$30 - $48K
$5,780
$48 - $75K
$8,237
$75 - $110K
$10,194
$110K & UP
$10,035

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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