Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 29.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $34,653
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 40.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $95/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $51,106 | $9,215 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $36,848 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $34,526 | $6,500 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $32,391 | |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $28,598 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $21,899 | $7,075 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $20,140 | $12,986 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $19,455 |
Outcomes Overview
North Arkansas College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt burdens. The median debt of $9,000 represents just 26% of first-year earnings at $34,653. Monthly loan payments of $95 consume only 3.3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's workforce training programs feed graduates into healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades throughout the Arkansas Ozarks region. An employment rate of 93.4% reflects strong local demand for certificate and associate degree holders. Graduates who stay in the area benefit from lower living costs that stretch their earnings further. With minimal debt and solid job prospects in a low-cost region, North Arkansas College offers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.