NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2018-2019 there’s a place for you here
15,531
STUDENTS SERVED (2016-17)
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With over 75 degrees and certificates, NorthWest Arkansas Community College has a program that will help you meet your career goals. Our tuition rates start as low as $75 per credit hour, making NWACC a smart start to your college career. Choose degree options that prepare you to enter the workplace in high-demand fields, or take core courses that will easily transfer to 4-year universities in the state. Study with us in traditional classroom settings or pursue your studies online.
TUITION RATES START AT ONLY
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contents 7 reasons to choose NWACC
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From our new, cutting edge culinary training center — Brightwater — to our programs in business, science, computer information systems and the arts, NWACC offers you the quality instruction and academic support you need to begin your journey toward success. We do not charge an application fee, so APPLY TODAY and get ready to grow with NWACC.
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Committed to help you grow: Student Support Resources
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Ready, Set, Grow: Student Life & Community
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Questions about admission?
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President’s
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reasons to choose NWACC
educationally and financially. Whether you’re looking for a
stepping stone to a four-year degree, hands-on training to
Welcome and thank you for your interest in NorthWest Arkansas Community College. This booklet contains information about our College that we hope you find helpful.
1 You come first
We provide associate degrees, certificates, adult education, and workforce industry training; and we support positive changes in the lives of individuals and families in this region. At NWACC, we are responsive to the needs of our students and the needs of business and industry in the area.
2 Affordability & cost savings
We are very proud of our small classes and the personal attention that we provide to students at NWACC. We continue to develop modern facilities, state-of-theart labs, new programs, and a wide range of student support services, including special support for veterans and other groups. We invite you to learn more about NorthWest Arkansas Community College and to visit any time. We would enjoy showing you the beautiful campus and introducing you to the NWACC family of faculty, staff, and students. Sincerely,
Evelyn E. Jorgenson, Ph.D. President 4
Enrolling at NWACC is a decision that makes perfect sense—
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jumpstart your career, or something in between—you’ll find exactly what you need here at NorthWest Arkansas Community College.
At NWACC, we are dedicated to your success. Classes are taught by award-winning instructors and industry leaders committed to helping you reach your educational goals. We provide tools and resources to help you succeed both in and out of the classroom.
Why pay more when you can get the same college credit at a more affordable price? Attend NWACC, one of the most affordable colleges in Arkansas, and you’ll save money while you earn an associate degree to transfer to a four-year university, or a certificate to help your career. A variety of aid is available to help you pay for college, making NWACC a costeffective choice.
3 Academic excellence At NWACC we support your desire to excel with outstanding course and faculty, and through opportunities with organizations like Phi Theta Kappa (the world’s largest international honor society for 2-year colleges) and our Honors program. These programs and others, like study abroad, help challenge and prepare you for a successful future, wherever you grow.
4 Faculty Our professors are highly qualified educators, dedicated to helping you do your best. Among the best in the nation, they include industry leaders, seasoned professionals and awardwinning instructors.
5 Convenience We offer classes at multiple locations in Benton and Washington counties. Additionally, many of our programs are available 100% online with many other courses available online. We also offer hybrid courses that combine less classroom time with an online component.
6 Class size At NWACC, our small class sizes ensure individualized attention that leads to success. WIth an average class size of 17, you will get to know your professors and fellow students and you never have to worry about being lost in the crowd.
7 Options With over 75 program options, we offer something for everyone. Whether you’re a recent high school grad or a seasoned worker looking to change careers or advance in your current job, NWACC offers an affordable option to help you grow into your future.
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With more than 75 programs, we have something for everyone. You can get an associate degree or certificate in fields ranging from accounting, to computer science, to nursing, to graphic design, all while enjoying affordable tuition and quality instruction.
bachelor's degree without a mountain of debt? AMANDA WINTERS Freshman Plans to transfer to UCA to complete her bachelor’s degree
Start at NWACC, then transfer your credits in the field of your choice to a four-year school. You can enter as a junior, and then graduate with a bachelor’s degree in a couple of years, saving thousands.
Whatever your goal, NWACC can give you a smarter start to reaching it. nwacc.edu/apply
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Academics
4 Associate of Fine Arts - Art - Creative Writing - Music - Theatre 4 Associate of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences
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4 Associate of Arts 100% ONLINE - emphasis in Child Advocacy Studies - emphasis in Global Studies
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LAST YEAR,
Associate of Applied Science degrees
Certificates
Applied Science Degree (AAS) will give you the knowledge and skills
or gain training to help you in
Looking to join the workforce after graduation? An Associate of
needed to enter the workforce at various levels. These degrees are not designed to transfer to four-year institutions.
Looking to jumpstart your career your current field? We offer a
range of programs with technical certificates or certificates of
4 Art - Graphic Design
4 Education - Early Childhood Education
4 Brightwater: A Center for the Study of Food - Culinary Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts
4 Electronics Technology - Electronics Technology
the skills you need to advance
4 Environmental Management - Environmental Management 100% ONLINE
to school.
4 Business Management - Accounting Technology - Banking & Finance Option 95% ONLINE - Entrepreneurship Option 95% ONLINE - General Business Option 95% ONLINE - Retail Option 95% ONLINE - Transportation & Logistics Management Option 95% ONLINE 4 Computer Aided Drafting - Architectural Design Option - Mechanical Design Option 4 Computer Information Systems - Information Management & Applications - Networking - Programming - Database Development - Mobile Application Development - Programming & Application Development - Web Development
4 Fire Science - Fire Science Administration & Technology 4 HEALTH - Health Information Management - Nursing - Paramedic - Paramedic Science - Physical Therapist Assistant - Respiratory Therapy 4 LEGAL - Paralegal
4 Technical Certificates - Graphic Design - Accounting Technology - Entrepreneurship - General Business - Logistics Management - Child Advocacy Studies - Culinary Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts - CAD-Architectural Design - CAD-Mechanical Design - Criminal Justice - Environmental & Regulatory Science - Health Information Management - Paramedic Science - Dental Assisting
Registered Respiratory Therapist programs had (in 2016)
Brightwater culinary students
without long-term commitment
Our EMT, Fire Science &
4 Construction Technology - Construction Management 4 Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
proficiency that provide you with
pass rates of 100%
4 Certificates of Proficiency - Graphic Design - Cinematic Studies - Child Advocacy Studies - Culinary Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts - Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice for Forensic Science - Criminal Justice for Prevention & Corrections - Criminal Justice for Law Enforcement - Environmental Management/GIS Technician - CNA/PCA+ - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic
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degrees and programs to choose from
FOR MOST CURRENT LIST OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMS, VISIT www.nwacc.edu/degreeplans FOR CURRENT COURSE CATALOG, VISIT www.nwacc.edu/catalog
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Find your
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APPLY NOW!
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Complete & submit application online NO APPLICATION FEE nwacc.edu/apply
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Submit required documents 4 Send high school transcripts 4 Send ACT or Accuplacer placement exam scores 4 Send proof of 2 MMR immunizations
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Complete your FASFA Be sure to include federal code for NWACC: 030633
Questions about admission?
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Steps to fund your education 1 Apply early for scholarships Our scholarship application for the 2018-2019 academic school year will be available from December 1, 2017, through March 1, 2018 and features one online application for all our scholarships. Our scholarship software will determine which scholarship(s) a student qualifies to apply, maximizing your potential for being awarded a scholarship.
Resources are available on our scholarship page at nwacc.edu/scholarships. You can also search for other private scholarships through local businesses, civic groups, places or worship, and your high school counselor’s office.
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Cost & Aid
Whether your goal is to advance your career as quickly as possible, or to save thousands
on a bachelor’s degree, NorthWest Arkansas Community College puts higher education within financial reach.
300+ SCHOLARSHIPS awarded annually
FINANCIAL AID
October 1 FAFSA application opens For more financial aid information, visit nwacc.edu/financialaid
SCHOLARSHIPS
2 Search for outside scholarships
3 Complete your FAFSA
Important dates
of students receive aid
Complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) starting October 1 of your senior year at fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA must be submitted by June 30. Fill out the FASFA online at FAFSA.gov using the federal code for NWACC: 030633
December 1 Scholarship application opens Apply at nwacc.edu/scholarships
March 1 Scholarship application deadline For more scholarship information, visit nwacc.edu/scholarships
4 Review your Student Aid Report OVER
$270,000 WAS AWARDED
in scholarships
LAST YEAR
Review the Student Aid Report (SAR) that will be sent to you after your FAFSA is processed. It will include your Federally Calculated Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Correct any mistakes online at FAFSA.gov.
5 Receive your award notice Receive your award notice from NWACC, which may consist of grants, loans, and work-study, as well as merit-based awards and scholarships. nwacc.edu/apply
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Student Support Resources Academic Advising
Advisors are here to help you make important decisions about choosing classes, selecting a degree plan, and staying on track for graduation. They’ll offer answers about registration, financial aid, career options and many other common concerns.
Committed to help you
grow
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LOCATIONS: Main Campus: SC 208 Washington County Center: WCC 124
Academic Literacy Center 4 One-on-one consultation
4 Reading Strategies workshops
NorthWest Arkansas Community College makes it easy to attend class and achieve your goals by providing you help when you need it. Think
of us as a team of higher education professionals with a common goal— your success.
We want you to be successful inside and outside of the classroom and
a top priority is ensuring that you have the tools and support you need
to thrive. Whether it be personal counseling, food assistance, tutoring, or transportation, we want to connect you to the support you need for your bright future ahead!
For a comprehensive guide for resources, visit nwacc.edu/resources.
4 Lab space for reading work and review in the Writing Center 4 Referral services
4 Individual reading tasks to help students practice and master concepts presented in class
4 Computers, books, books on tape, and workbooks to help students employ successful reading strategies for a variety of skill levels 4 Practice using academic vocabulary
4 Support for faculty who want to focus on reading and writing in the curriculum 4 Individual plan development lwelsher@nwacc.edu BH 1006
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Career Services Center
Meet with the Career Services Coordinator for individualized assistance with major/careers exploration, cover letters, resumes, & practice interviews. The office hosts career fairs and other events throughout the year. You can access the College Central Network system (collegecentral.com/nwacc collegecentral.com/nwacc ) to search for jobs, internships, work-study, and handson career learning experiences 24/7 at their convenience. nwacc.edu/careerresources | SC235 career_services@nwacc.edu
Public Safety
NWACC
Your personal safety students can and the security install of the campus Microsoft Office community are of vital concern to for FREE NWACC. A copy of the college’s annual security report is available upon request, or can be found at nwacc.edu/cleryannualreport. NWACC Dept. of Public Safety CHP 1042 479-619-4229
Student Success
SUCCESS COACHING We provide one-on-one success coaching to support students’ academic and social well-being, specifically supporting incoming freshmen. nwacc.edu/careerservices success@nwacc.edu SC 215 TUTORING The Tutoring Center offers free tutoring on a walk-in basis on the Bentonville campus and at the Washington County Center. For hours, locations and more information, visit nwacc.edu/tutoring. BRAINFUSE ONLINE TUTORING NWACC provides free access to an online tutoring service called Brainfuse. You can meet with a live tutor using an online whiteboard and text chat, so no special technology is needed. Tutors are available for many different subjects, including math and science.
Student Support & Conduct
CONFIDENTIAL ADVOCATES We provide confidential support for those who have experienced gendered violence, including sexual harassment, dating and intimate partner violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sexual exploitation. We’re here to help students to understand their rights, options, and resources. More info at nwacc.edu/confidential. RED FLAG CAMPAIGN The Red Flag Campaign is a Bystander Intervention program that strives to create awareness and provide outreach for issues surrounding domestic/dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault. The campaign encourages individuals to speak up when they see something going on. The campaign hosts several semester events. COUNSELING Personal counseling services are available for students. Counseling is free and confidential. 479-619-4237 jschraeder@nwacc.edu
Transfer Services
TRANSFER INFORMATION To explore academic opportunities and course equivalencies at four-year universities in Arkansas and surrounding states, students can visit the Transfer & Transitions Services website at nwacc.edu/transfer. TRANSFER RECRUITERS & ADVISORS Recruiters from transfer institutions frequently visit the Transfer Information Desk (2nd floor, Student Center) to answer students’ questions. The schedule of transfer visits varies.
Veterans Resource Center
Our mission in the Veteran Resource Center is to help all eligible veterans, dependents, reservists/guardsmen, and disabled veterans (military serviceconnected disabilities) successfully pursue their education through guidance and assistance, regardless of availability of GI Bill education benefits from day one until graduation or transfer. Our one-on-one approach with all veterans and dependents entering our office ensures they have a place they can come to when they need assistance. We have also been nationally recognized as the only two-year college in Arkansas offering outstanding service to our veterans. Veterans resources staff are available at the Washington County Center by appointment only. Please call 479-619-2273 to schedule an appointment or email veteranresources@nwacc.edu
Writing Center
The Writing Center assists student with the writing process. Students may drop into the Writing Center (BH 1003) to use the computers or for a face-to-face consultation. Students can visit the website to submit a paper for an email consultation or learn how to schedule an appointment for a live, online consultation. Writing workshops are hosted 3 times a week, and students who attend 8 or more sessions will receive an attendance recognition stamp on their transcript. The schedule of workshops and helpful writing resources are available at nwacc.edu/writingcenter.
Pauline Whitaker Library & Information Commons 4 31,477 print books & media 4 198,882 e-books
4 48 print journals, magazines, and newspapers
22 iPads
24 laptops
17 Surface Pro Tablets available for checkout
4 17 online journals
4 125 research satabases
4 Public computers — 52 in library and 35 in information commons 4 5 public Macs
4 24-station hands-on computer classroom with Instructors PC 4 7 group work stations 4 7 study rooms
4 2 multi-function copiers 4 1 KIC Book Scanner
4 Various audio/visual equipment, including a GoPro 4 Wi-fi hot spot check-out
4 Free New York Times subscription with student ID For more information, visit library.nwacc.edu.
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SAGA students help with a scholarship fundraising event at Brightwater
Your place is
here
As an NWACC student, you become part of our community, and it’s our goal to help foster relationships that will last a
lifetime. We know the value of community and help connect you not only to other students, but also with businesses and organizations in our area.
Continue your learning experience outside of the classroom by joining a student club, organization, volunteering in your community, or attending student activities. Take advantage of free opportunities to gain leadership experience and
develop skills. More importantly, you will meet people, make connections and friends, and most of all have lots of fun! 12
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275+ STUDENT CLUBS and organizations
Students enjoy our game room
Bentonville & NWA Highlights Bentonville is a bustling center of commerce and innovative entrepreneurialism and
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4 23 parks with more than 950 acres & 50 miles of trails
4 Home to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art & Walmart Corporate Headquarters 4 Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion (AMP) 4 Beaver Lake for water recreation
GROW YOUR MIND & BODY Club Sports
Get out there and have some fun! Join one of our current sports teams, or form a new one!
Fitness Center
Located in Burns Hall, the Fitness Center is available for student use for a modest fee*.
4 Soccer
4 Machine & free weights
4 Bowling
4 Aerobic machines
4 Volleyball 4 Basketball
4 Slow Pitch Softball 4 Ultimate Frisbee (on-demand)
4 Pinnacle Hills Promenade mall
4 Close to Devil’s Den State Park and Buffalo National River
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS 4 Named NWA one of the top 10 places to launch a career 2017, Realtor.com 4 US News and World Reports named #1 of the 20 Best Affordable Places to Live & #5 Best Places to Live
4 Personal trainers available
4 Forbes ranked NWA #2 for white collar job growth & 3rd best medium-sized city
Aid can be applied towards membership fees
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4 Population-501,650
4 Kettle balls
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4 Fast Company ranked region at #2 in the nation for supporting minority-owned businesses
NWA is one of the
TOP 25
GROWING METRO
areas in the country (US Census Bureau
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MAIN ENTRANCE
8th Street
Our facilities and campuses are designed with the
student in mind, giving you the best opportunity for
8th Street
LOCATIONS
Brightwater is part of the new 8th Street Market
Brightwater: A Center for the Study of Food 801 SE 8th Street Kum & Go
Washington County Center SE J Street
SE J Street
creativity to flow and allow you to focus on a quality education. Take advantage of our outdoor spaces to soak up some sun, study while lounging in our
hammock area, study in the shade, or play Frisbee with friends.
Beyond our main campus locations in Bentonville, we also offer courses through our Washington
County Center, with classes at the Washington
County Center, The Jones Center for Families in Springdale and Farmington High School.
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Washington County Center 693 White Rd B, Springdale WCC: Jones Center 922 E Emma Ave, Springdale
WCC: Farmington High School 12327 N Hwy 170, Farmington
WATER TOWER ROAD
NWA CC B LVD
PARKING DECK
VISITOR PARKING
US HWY 62 / HWY 102
STUDENT CENTER
SE 14TH ST /
CENTER FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS
BURNS HALL
SHEWMAKER CENTER FOR GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT
EAGLE WAY
SHEWMAKER CENTER FOR WORKFORCE TECHNOLOGY
NWACC Main Campus 1 College Drive nwacc.edu/apply
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Questions?
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VISIT CAMPUS There’s no better way to learn about NorthWest Arkansas
Community College and all we offer than to visit our campus.
For your convenience, we offer
several options for experiencing our campus first-hand. We look forward to your visit!
Info Session & Tours
Trying to decide whether or not to attend NWACC? The best visit type for those seeking general information and wanting to learn about the enrollment process is an admissions session. During an admissions session students sit down with and enrollment specialist to discuss the enrollment process, financial aid, degree requirements and more. You are invited to participate in a campus tour immediately following the admission session. The admissions session takes approximately one hour. Held weekly on rotating days. Sign up online at nwacc.edu/admissions.
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Bentonville First Fridays
Come visit us at the NorthWest Arkansas Community College booth at Bentonville’s monthly First Friday event, where you can obtain information on our programs, the enrollment process, and federal financial aid. Held on the first Friday of every month, Bentonville City Square; 4:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Can’t make it to campus?
TAKE OUR VIRTUAL TOUR nwacc.edu/tour
Senior Day
High school seniors who are considering NWACC to have fun and learn more about their interests should attend the annual NWACC Senior Day. High school students will get a chance to talk to faculty and staff from the academic department they are interested in, speak to club advisors, meet current students, learn more about NWACC and see the campus. One student in attendance will win a free class. Lunch will be provided and there is no cost for this event; registration is required. Held in March each year, multiple dates.