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North Arkansas College, also known as the Northark, is a public two-year college. The college is a charter member of ARKnet, which is Arkansas' higher education computer network. Northark was one of the first colleges in the state to own a web page. It is also the first institution to be recognized as an AQIP institution in the state. Northark offers a number of bachelor’s degrees in subjects like agriculture, allied health, business and technology, humanities, and mathematics. The institution also provides courses in distance learning. Various Honors Programs are also provided. Northark also has few certificate programs and courses in adult basic education.
Northark competes in National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Their sports teams are known as Pioneers and Lady Pioneers. They participate in sports including baseball, softball, basketball, and rodeo.
Harrison, AR is home to North Arkansas College. Harrison is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at North Arkansas College go up to the Associate's degree.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
North Arkansas College has 2,077 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
North Arkansas College
1515 Pioneer Dr
Harrison, AR 72601-5508
General Phone: (870) 743-3000
http://www.northark.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 98 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies, general studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 79 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support And Technology | 65 | health service and sciences, radiation therapist, medical lab tech, phlebotomy, surgical tech |
| Transportation | 52 | truck and bus driver, construction equipment operation |
| Business And Management | 31 | business, accounting |
| Engineering Technician | 11 | drafting, electronics tech, biomedical tech, CAD and design |
| Mechanics And Repair | 10 | autobody repair, automobile mechanics, HVAC |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 9 | computer and info science, computer networking |
| Medical Administration | 9 | medical records tech |
| Construction Trades | 7 | construction |
| Office And Administration | 6 | administrative assistant |
| Production Trades | 5 | welding |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 2 | agriculture |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 1 | criminal justice and administration |
| Education And Teaching | 1 | teacher ed |
Number of programs and degrees for North Arkansas College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 214 | 13 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 112 | 17 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 60 | 9 |
In 2007-2008, North Arkansas College had a total enrollment of 2,077 students (1,534 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 13% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 92% |
| Missouri | 6% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
| Part-Time | 25 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Harrison, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,968 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,672 |
| Books and supplies | $ 902 |
Financial Aid:
North Arkansas College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1226100)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 2 | * | 7 | $53,853 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 7 | $53,853 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 30 | $50,292 | 24 | $46,676 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 30 | $50,292 | 24 | $46,676 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 11 | 15 | 26 |
| Basketball | 11 | 15 | 26 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Biomedical Technology/Technician
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
TRANSPORTATION
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets North Arkansas College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% |  |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers athletic scholarships
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