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There's A Place For You

at National Park College

Close to home about half the cost

Attend college in a beautiful resort community in the Ouachita mountains, minutes away from five lakes, unique downtown shopping, and award-winning dining. The Spa City is full of history, outdoor adventures, exciting events, a thriving art community, and local flavor. Once you visit, you will see why more than 35,000 residents love to call Hot Springs home.

The fourth largest community college in the state, National Park College serves approximately 7,000 students per year enrolled in college courses, workforce training, and adult education classes.

At NPC, you become part of a tight-knit group we call Nighthawk Nation, a place where everyone can receive a supportive college experience at about half the cost of the average university. Read about our Nighthawk Code.

Located in Hot Springs, AR

Our Campus Your Home

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Over 90% of NPC students receive some type of financial aid

$8 Million NPC awards over in grants & scholarships

$4950 NPC Annual Tuition & Fees* *Based on 15 credit hours per semester, in-country tuition and fees for 2024-2025.

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Academic Programs

From affordable tuition to high-demand skills, NPC provides the tools needed to achieve your potential. We offer two-year degrees and certificates both on campus and online, and bachelor's degrees on campus through a partnership with the University of Arkansas Monticello.

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Criminal Justice

Nursing

Welding

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Radiologic Technology

55 Associate Degrees and Certificates

70+ Transfer Degrees

14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio

Student Success

Judea Parks Major: Automotive technology Graduate

"My teachers were very understanding. I struggled a little bit with the electrical aspect of cars, but my teachers were there every time I had a question. They were amazing."

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April 22, 2026

No Leaks In The Plan: Roberts Builds His Plumbing Future At NPC

National Park College (NPC) plumbing apprenticeship student Calob Roberts is gaining practical experience and technical knowledge as he works toward a long‑term career in the skilled trades.

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April 20, 2026

Staying Cool Under Pressure: Ardelean Builds Skills for Every Season

National Park College (NPC) Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) apprenticeship student Ioan Ardelean is gaining technical expertise and real‑world experience through the College’s apprenticeship program, combining classroom instruction with on‑the‑job training to prepare for a long‑term career in the skilled trades.

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April 16, 2026

NPC Makerspace Brings Career Services Vision To Life With New Student Commons Bulletin Board

National Park College’s (NPC) Makerspace recently partnered with Career Services to design and construct a new bulletin board in the Student Commons aimed at providing students with easy, visible access to employment, internship, volunteer and career‑related opportunities.

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