Northwest Arkansas Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$6,287
Average Net Price
68%
Receive Aid
20%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Northwest Arkansas Community College is $6,287 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$6,287

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,080
$30,001-48,000$4,729
$48,001-75,000$7,432
$75,001-110,000$9,260
$110,000+$10,240

Financial Aid

Northwest Arkansas Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 68% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 20% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

68%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

20%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $1,896 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $3,480. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $4,296, which is 72% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,896

Out-of-State: $3,480

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,896
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,096

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,896
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,596

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,480
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,680

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,480
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,680

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,896
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$5,596

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,480
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$7,680

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Nwacc's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Northwest Arkansas Community College has decreased costs by $291, representing a 4.4% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$6,578

Current Year

$6,287

Change

$-291

Affordability & Value

Northwest Arkansas Community College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid68%
Pell grant recipients20%
Student-faculty ratio13:1