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National Park College

Public Hot Springs, AR · Suburban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
36%
Graduation Rate
$32,444
Earnings (10yr)
$12,720
Net Price
1,789
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Overview

Nearly half of National Park College's students receive Pell Grants, highlighting its commitment to making education accessible for low-income families. With an enrollment of 1,789, this public college caters to a diverse student body seeking practical career paths.

According to recent data, graduates from National Park College earn a median salary of $32,444 a decade after graduation. While the graduation rate stands at 36%, the college serves as a stepping stone for many students looking to boost their economic mobility. The opportunity to advance in fields such as Health Professions and Business & Marketing is significant, especially for those in the bottom 20% of income distribution.

The net price for attending National Park College is $12,720, and students graduate with a median debt of $10,500. This financial landscape makes it a feasible choice for many. Students who thrive here are often those pursuing hands-on careers in technical fields or health services, where they can quickly transition into the workforce with practical skills.

Rankings

How National Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation36%Earnings 10yr$32KNet Price$13KRetention51%Median Debt$11KPell Grant Rate48%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$13K$48-75K$10K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,600
In-State Tuition
$7,280
Out-of-State
$12,720
Avg Net Price
$10,500
Median Debt
48%
Pell Grant Rate
22%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,368
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,953
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,349
Family Income $48K–$75K
$9,541
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$28,337
6 Years After Entry
$29,539
8 Years
$32,444
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
41%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$28,337 6yr $29,539 8yr $32,444 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.69
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 51%
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,411
Diversity Index 0.55
First-Gen Students 46%

Top Programs

Health Professions 26%
Humanities 21%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 16%
Precision Production 14%
Business & Marketing 8%
Criminal Justice 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%
Education 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Southeast
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
59%
White
64%
Hispanic
14%
Black
11%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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