North Arkansas College

What North Arkansas College does

North Arkansas College (UA Northark) is a nonprofit community college founded in 1974 and headquartered in Harrison, Arkansas, that affiliated with the University of Arkansas System in May 2025. The college serves a primarily rural North Arkansas population through three locations — South Campus (1515 Pioneer Dr), North Campus, and the Carroll County Center in Berryville — and offers associate degrees, technical certificates, concurrent high school credit, adult education, customized workforce training, and, since 2026, bachelor's degree pathways through a campus-within-a-campus partnership with the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Customer segments include first-time college students, high school concurrent-enrollment students, adult learners, international students on F-1 visas, veterans using GI Bill benefits, and workforce development participants. The Technical Center is tuition-free for high school students through Arkansas Office of Skills Development funding, and the Governor's Scholars Program provides up to $20,000 for certificate completers.

The college's core technology and product portfolio centers on industry-aligned technical programs: the $10 million Center for Robotics and Manufacturing Innovation (CRMI), which houses three laboratories (robotics, manufacturing, electronics) and a collaborative Maker Space; a FANUC Authorized Satellite Training Center (the only one in Arkansas and one of 13 in the U.S.); an FAA UAS-Collegiate Training Initiative drone program (one of two in Arkansas); a four-week CDL training program relaunched in 2026 with FedEx Freight equipment donation; and a Registered Nursing program ranked #5 in Arkansas with a 100% NCLEX pass rate in one recent semester. Revenue is generated through tuition and fees, Pell Grants and federal financial aid, state appropriations, customized employer training fees, and grants (NSF, EDA, State of Arkansas, CARES Act). Operating technology infrastructure includes Microsoft 365, Canvas LMS, Zoom, Pearson and Cengage academic platforms, and a SAML 2.0 single sign-on portal (myNorthark).

The go-to-market motion is community- and event-driven: recruitment relies on campus tours (in-person and virtual), student ambassadors, direct engagement with high school counselors and district administrators, community foundation events, and earned media. The institution has a 101-250 headcount and serves a student body in the low-thousands range (the most recent reported Dean's List alone included 433 students). The 2025 UA System affiliation, the 2025 CRMI opening, and 2026 program launches (UAS, UAM bachelor's, CDL, AI in the Classroom Institute) constitute a significant multi-year growth phase, supported by new executive leadership including an inaugural VP for Technical Education and Workforce Development.

Name

North Arkansas College

Legal name

North Arkansas College of the University of Arkansas

Website

https://northark.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

North Arkansas College (UA Northark) is a nonprofit community college in Harrison, Arkansas, affiliated with the University of Arkansas System, serving rural North Arkansas with associate degrees, technical certificates, workforce training, and new bachelor's pathways. Notable programs include FANUC robotics, FAA-designated UAS/drone training, CDL, and a top-five Arkansas RN program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD), Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE), Dual Enrollment / Early College Programs (via Community Colleges) (EDAHADAH)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Technical and workforce training
• Associate degree programs
• Career and technical education
• Online and distance learning

Headquarters

HQ city

Harrison

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: UA Northark generates revenue through student tuition and fees for credit-bearing academic and technical programs. Financial aid, Pell Grants, and scholarships are available to eligible students.
2. Workforce Development and Customized Training: Non-credit workforce training programs and customized training services for employers and individuals seeking professional development, skill enhancement, or career advancement.
3. Technical Center Programs (Office of Skills Development Funded): High school students can attend the Technical Center tuition-free through funding from the Arkansas Office of Skills Development. The college generates revenue through partnerships with state workforce development funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

North Arkansas College (UA Northark) is a public community college providing credit-bearing associate degrees, technical certificates, and workforce training programs across campuses in Harrison and Berryville, Arkansas. Core offerings include academic transfer pathways, career and technical education through the Technical Center, healthcare programs (notably a top-5 ranked RN program), specialized credentials in robotics (FANUC), unmanned aerial systems, CDL trucking, and customized employer training. In May 2025 the college affiliated with the University of Arkansas System, enabling on-campus bachelor's degree pathways through UAM.

Product overview

UA Northark (North Arkansas College of the University of Arkansas) is a community college offering a portfolio of educational programs through multiple delivery channels. Core offerings include credit-bearing academic programs (associate degrees, transfer pathways), career and technical education through the Technical Center, and workforce development services. Key programs include the FAA-designated Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS/Drone) Program, CDL Training, FANUC Robotics Training, and the top-ranked Registered Nursing Program. The college operates the $10 million Center for Robotics and Manufacturing Innovation (CRMI) facility and partners with University of Arkansas at Monticello to offer bachelor's degrees on campus. Specialized programs include customized workforce training, concurrent credit for high school students, community education, and the AI in the Classroom Summer Institute. Students access learning through Canvas LMS, myNorthark student portal, and various Pearson and Cengage academic platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Northark Technical Center: Technical and career education programs for high school students and adults
• FANUC Robotics Training Center
• Veterans Services

Products and services

• Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) Program FAA-Collegiate Training Initiative designated drone training program preparing students for careers in commercial drone operation, data analysis, remote sensing, GIS integration, and related applications. Curriculum covers flight operations, safety, maintenance, and FAA compliance.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training Program Four-week intensive CDL training course providing hands-on training with industry-standard equipment (tractors and trailers donated by FedEx Freight). Addresses the national shortage of professional truck drivers.
• FANUC Robotics Training FANUC Authorized Satellite Training Center for robotics - the only one in Arkansas and one of only 13 in the U.S. Provides robotics training for students and regional industries.
• Registered Nursing (RN) Program Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing ranked #5 in Arkansas for 2025 by Nursing Explorer (tied with NWACC). Achieved 100% NCLEX pass rate in one semester and 91.95% weighted 3-year pass rate. Includes clinical partnerships throughout Arkansas and articulation agreements for credit transfer.
• UA Northark Technical Center Programs Career and technical education programs at the Northark Technical Center including welding, construction technology, HVAC, automotive service, electronics, and manufacturing. Tuition is free for high school students through Arkansas Office of Skills Development funding; programs lead to technical certificates and Diplomas of Distinction.
• Customized Training Workforce development team provides customized training, workshops, and certifications aligned with business and professional goals for both organizations and individuals seeking workforce upskilling.
• UAM Bachelor's Degree Partnership Partnership with the University of Arkansas at Monticello enabling UA Northark students to earn Bachelor of Business Administration and (pending HLC approval) Bachelor of Arts in K-6 Elementary Education on the Harrison campus. Students complete two years at UA Northark then transition to UAM for junior/senior years.
• AI in the Classroom Summer Institute Annual summer institute focused on artificial intelligence in education for educators and students. Covers generative AI, ethics, responsible use, and hands-on classroom integration strategies. Funded by National Science Foundation grants.
• Community Education Non-credit continuing education courses and classes for community members, including workforce courses, workshops, and personal development opportunities.
• Concurrent Credit Program Allows high school students to earn college credit and even an associate degree while attending high school through articulated credit and concurrent enrollment options.
• Online & Distance Learning Flexible online learning options for students who prefer remote education, including virtual tours and remote course access via Canvas LMS.
• Academic Transfer Programs (Associate Degrees) Credit-bearing associate degree programs designed for transfer to four-year institutions, including the new UAM partnership pathway for Business Administration and K-6 Elementary Education.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% NCLEX-RN pass rate (one semester); 91.95% weighted 3-year pass rate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

AI capability8 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 June 2026ASPSF serves single parents across Arkansas by providing scholarships and support services. Since 1990, ASPSF has awarded more than $50 million in scholarships and impacted thousands of families. UA Northark was honored as 2026 Outstanding Education Partner for its ongoing support through volunteer service, hosting interviews and events, providing meeting space, and sponsoring ASPSF events.
• FedEx FreightcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 May 2026FedEx Freight donated two tractors and two 48-foot trailers to UA Northark to support the relaunch of its Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program after an 18-month pause. The donation strengthens workforce development efforts and addresses the national shortage of professional truck drivers by providing students with industry-standard equipment for hands-on training.
• University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Partnership enables UA Northark students to earn Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Arts in K-6 Elementary Education degrees on the Harrison campus through a campus-within-a-campus model. Students complete two years at UA Northark then transition to UAM for junior/senior years. UAM provides Pioneer Transfer Scholarship of $3,000 per semester for eligible students.
• Buffalo National River PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Buffalo National River Partners collaborates with UA Northark on the Science Lecture Series, hosting public lectures on topics like Chronic Wasting Disease research. The partnership brings current scientific research and conservation topics to the community.
• Healthcare Facilities (Clinical Partners)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 January 2025UA Northark's RN program maintains clinical partnerships with healthcare facilities throughout Arkansas, enabling students to gain hands-on experience. The college has articulation agreements allowing seamless transfer of credits to four-year colleges and universities.
• FANUC AmericacoreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2019UA Northark became the first FANUC Authorized Satellite Training Center in Arkansas and one of only 13 in the U.S. The partnership elevates the robotics program by providing training facility access closer to students and industries. FANUC has over 24 million products installed worldwide and is the most familiar brand of manufacturing automation.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• NorthWest Arkansas Community College: Public community college serving Northwest Arkansas with similar associate degree, technical, and workforce programs. Directly comparable as a fellow Arkansas two-year institution and was tied with UA Northark in the Nursing Explorer RN ranking — the two schools compete for similar student and employer segments across the state.
• Arkansas State University-Newport: Rural Arkansas community college offering associate degrees and technical certificates with strong workforce focus. Directly comparable in mission, scale, and rural Arkansas service area; also a competitor in competing for state workforce training funding.
• Ozarka College: Public community college in Mountain View, Arkansas, offering associate degrees and technical certificates. Directly comparable rural Arkansas two-year institution serving a small regional population with similar program mix.
• Black River Technical College: Public community college in Pocahontas, Arkansas, focused on associate degrees, technical certificates, and workforce training. Directly comparable rural Northeast Arkansas two-year institution with similar scale and program offerings.
• Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas: Public two-year college in De Queen, Arkansas, part of the UA System and offering similar technical and workforce credentials. Directly comparable rural Arkansas CC peer and now a fellow UA System affiliate following UA Northark's 2025 affiliation.
• University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville: Public community college in Batesville, Arkansas, within the UA System, offering associate degrees and certificates. Directly comparable two-year Arkansas institution under the same parent system following UA Northark's affiliation.

Regional players

• College of the Ozarks: Work-study college located near Branson, Missouri, serving a similar rural Ozarks population. Comparable regional mission of providing affordable higher education in the Ozarks and competing for the same out-of-state student pool from Missouri and Oklahoma.

Broad incumbents

• University of Arkansas at Fort Smith: Four-year regional university in western Arkansas offering associate, bachelor's, and applied technical degrees. Comparable workforce-aligned program mix (including a FANUC robotics training site) but operates as a broader postsecondary institution rather than a focused community college.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/117303185003902
• Xx.com/NortharkTweets
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/north-arkansas-college

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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