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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.

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Located in Hot Springs, AR
Icon of people Over 90% of NPC students receive some type of financial aid
Icon of a envelope $8 Million NPC awards over in grants & scholarships
Icon of a garduation cap. $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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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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Bre Phillips at bat.April 1, 2025

NPC Softball Earns NJCAA Region 2 Weekly Honors

Two members of the National Park College (NPC) Nighthawk softball team (15-13) earned National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 2 honors this week for their outstanding efforts on the diamond.

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Softball player Ella Cross and her service dog Clyde.April 1, 2025

A Diamond In The "Ruff"

Meet Mr. Clyde: a two-year-old purebred Boston Terrier full of energy and personality who loves pup cups, snuggles and sweet tea. For Nighthawk softball freshman catcher Ella Cross, Mr. Clyde is more than just her pet and best friend—he is also her registered emotional service animal.

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Bryan Raitz catches ball at pitchers mound.April 1, 2025

Raitz Sets Record As Nighthawks Sweep Eagles

The National Park College (NPC) Nighthawk baseball team (18-12-1) swept its National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 2 double header with Arkansas State University-Three Rivers at Majestic Park Thursday, earning a dominant 15-1 victory in the opener and outlasting the Eagles, 12-9, in the finale.

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