National Park College
National Park College is a public certificate and vocational school in Hot Springs, Arkansas, enrolling about 1,789 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. In-state tuition starts near $5,600 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,600
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,720 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,789 69.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 35.15%
National Park College: what the data shows
Common questions about National Park College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is National Park College?
National Park College is located in Hot Springs, AR (ZIP 71913).
NCES locale classification: Rural remote.
Is National Park College public or private?
National Park College is a Public institution.
How much does National Park College cost?
Published tuition: $5,600 in-state, $7,280 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,720.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,368 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,953 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,349 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,084 |
| $110,001+ | $9,541 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $22,400.
How big is National Park College?
Total enrollment: 1,789 students.
About 69% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at National Park College?
150%-time completion rate: 35.15%.
First-year retention: 50.6%.
What do graduates of National Park College earn?
Median earnings: $28,337 six years after entry; $32,444 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,500.
48.01% of students receive Pell grants.
What is National Park College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (892 completions)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences (153 completions)
- Welding Technology (126 completions)
- Automobile Mechanics Technology (118 completions)
- CIP 511105 (61 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (47 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Police Science (31 completions)
- CIP 240102 (30 completions)
- CIP 500102 (30 completions)
- CIP 510904 (30 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is National Park College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 35.15%; median earnings $32,444 at 10 years; net price $12,720. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$5,600
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at National Park College was $5,600.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,720
2024 Value
In 2024 National Park College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,720.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,880 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,720 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$22,400 4-Year In-State Tuition
$29,120 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for National Park College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
48.01% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
21.97% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at National Park College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for National Park College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,020 | $4,490 | $8,691 |
| 2014 | $3,140 | $4,540 | $8,575 |
| 2015 | $3,200 | $4,580 | $7,852 |
| 2016 | $3,200 | $4,580 | $8,323 |
| 2017 | $3,450 | $4,950 | $9,108 |
| 2018 | $3,750 | $5,300 | $8,205 |
| 2019 | $4,550 | $6,230 | $9,424 |
| 2020 | $4,550 | $6,230 | $9,198 |
| 2021 | $4,550 | $6,230 | $8,759 |
| 2022 | $5,200 | $6,880 | $8,030 |
| 2023 | $5,600 | $7,280 | $11,442 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
69.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at National Park College in 2024 is 1,789 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
50.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
35.15% 100% Completion Time
35.15% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 35.15% of students graduating from National Park College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for National Park College.
Return on Investment
$10,500 Median Student Debt
$32,444 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
32.36% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
537.66% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for National Park College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 153 completions
Welding Technology: 126 completions
Automobile Mechanics Technology: 118 completions
CIP 51.1105: 61 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 47 completions
Criminal Justice - Police Science: 31 completions
CIP 24.0102: 30 completions
CIP 50.0102: 30 completions
CIP 51.0904: 30 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 892 completions
Most popular programs at National Park College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for National Park College graduates.
About
National Park College is a public institution located in Hot Springs, AR, offering 33 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,789 students. The institution maintains a 35.15% graduation rate. Approximately 48.01% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 35.15% graduation rate at National Park College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does National Park College cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $5,600 and average net price is $12,720 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of National Park College earn?
Median earnings are $28,337 six years after entry and $32,444 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at National Park College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 35.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do National Park College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,500.
How big is National Park College?
Total enrollment is about 1,789 students in the latest reporting year.
Is National Park College public or private?
National Park College is a public institution located in Hot Springs, AR.
Is National Park College an HBCU?
No. National Park College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is National Park College a tribal college?
No. National Park College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is National Park College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, National Park College does not meet that proxy (reported share 13.7%).
Is National Park College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for National Park College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.