National Park College
About National Park College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
National Park College teaches in Hot Springs, beside the national park it is named for, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
2003
Location
Hot Springs, Arkansas
Students
1,789
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
35.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,600
Out-of-state: $7,280
Avg Net Price
$12,720
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,444
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
35.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
50.6%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 35.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,600
In-State
$7,280
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,750
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,331
After Financial Aid
$12,720
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,368
Receive Grants
48%
Take Loans
22%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,331/yr, including $6,750 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,720.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at National Park College fund their education.
While in School
48%
Get Grants
Free money
22%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,464
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends National Park College.
Gender
64%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,789
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.7%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
20.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 45.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,789
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
National Park College fields 5 varsity teams with 159 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
159
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
110
Men
49
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of National Park Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,444
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
24 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
19 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$48K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $32K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.