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Public, 2-Year
Bentonville, AR

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AR. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$2,982

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

25.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$43,505

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

NorthWest Arkansas Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Bentonville, AR. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,982, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 25.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$5,964

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$13,505

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$129,086

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$264,136

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 26%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at NorthWest Arkansas Community College is $9,506.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.4%
41.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
55.8%
Hispanic
28.2%
Two or more
4.7%
Asian
3.6%
Black
3.1%
Unknown
2.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.0%
International
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$2,982

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,080
$30k - $48k$4,729
$48k - $75k$7,432
$75k+$9,260

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$9,506
Pell Grant Recipients19.7%
Using Federal Loans9.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment43.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

61.7%

Success

25.9%

In-State Cost

$2,982

Age 25+ Students

18.3%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 2

Working at 6yr

2,624 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Bentonville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Bentonville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.