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NorthWest Arkansas Community College

Bentonville, AR·Public·www.nwacc.edu/

Campus Identity

NorthWest Arkansas Community College is a public community college in Bentonville, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

NorthWest Arkansas Community College is a public community college in Bentonville, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,800
In-State Tuition
+$856 fees
$3,600
Out-of-State Tuition
+$856 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

219 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

219 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
245 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
358 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Bentonville, AR

35°Jan39°Feb48°Mar57°Apr65°May74°Jun78°Jul77°Aug70°Sep59°Oct47°Nov38°Dec

Station: BENTONVILLE 4 S · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

89/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety8910070
89/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
70/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,800$3,600
Fees
$856$856
Total
$2,656$4,456
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

56 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
858 grads/yr$43,192
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
207 grads/yr$51,796
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
201 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralCertificate
169 grads/yr$53,283
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
99 grads/yr$44,173

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's71 grads$68,866
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's29 grads$64,778
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's18 grads$60,422
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's9 grads$54,737
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Certificate169 grads$53,283
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate207 grads$51,796
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's7 grads$48,127
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's99 grads$44,173
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's858 grads$43,192
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's21 grads$36,169

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is NorthWest Arkansas Community College located?

NorthWest Arkansas Community College is located in Bentonville, AR. The main campus address is One College Drive, Bentonville, AR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend NorthWest Arkansas Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, NorthWest Arkansas Community College charges $1,800/year for in-state students and $3,600/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $4,456/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use NorthWest Arkansas Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is NorthWest Arkansas Community College the right fit for me?

Whether NorthWest Arkansas Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,600/year out-of-state), campus culture in Bentonville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh NorthWest Arkansas Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with NorthWest Arkansas Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Bentonville, AR
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
89/100
Nearest Airport
Fayetteville/Springdale/Rogers, AR (XNA) · 9 mialso FYV (24 mi), BKG (55 mi)

Location

Bentonville, AR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.