Arkansas Career Colleges and Trade Schools

Career Colleges and Technical Schools in Arkansas

What you need to know about colleges and universities in Arkansas

From a Crater of Diamonds to one of the world's most powerful retail chains, the State of Arkansas has more opportunity worth mining, than you might imagine. There are public schools, college campuses, trade and technical schools spread across the state.

3 main categories of Arkansas colleges and universities

1. Four-year public universities: Arkansas has 11 public four-year universities, the state department of higher education reports. Seven of the schools are in the University of Arkansas school system. Campus locations are at Fort Smith, Little Rock, Monticello, Pine Bluff, Fayetteville, Little Rock and Conway.


2. Four-year private colleges: Of the 11 small, private colleges, Hendrix College in Conway was ranked No. 71 on Forbes list of best private colleges in 2009. Arkansas Baptist College, Philander Smith College, Central Baptist College and Williams Baptist College are ranked among the Top 50 least expensive private colleges by the aggregator Website Cappex.


3. Two-year universities: A total of 22, two-year community and technical colleges are located in Arkansas.

5 facts about colleges and universities in Arkansas

1. Students 60 and older receive free tuition at public colleges and universities in Arkansas.


2. About 54 percent of college students in Arkansas started four-year universities for the start of the 2010-2011 school year, the state's Department of Higher Education reports.
   
   
3. More than one-third attended two-year universities, while about another 10 percent were enrolled in private Arkansas colleges and universities.


4. Estimated cost of tuition, room and board for the 2011-2012 academic year at the University of Arkansas was $7,688 for resident undergraduates and $12,905 for non-resident undergrads.


5. The Clinton School of Public Service in Little Rock focuses on global leadership and civic engagement.

Arkansas career, trade and technical schools

In addition to the traditional institutions of higher learning, there are options for students who wish to quickly enter the workforce by completing a certificate or degree program at career colleges or trade schools. ITT Technical Institute has a campus in Little Rock, and the University of Phoenix has locations in Little Rock and Rogers. The city of West Memphis is home to Roadmaster Drivers School, and Fayettville is home to Blue Cliff College, which offers career training in massage therapy.

With its many spectacular natural attractions, including the only public diamond mine in the world, waterfalls and limestone caves in the Ozark Mountains, the Natural State is a natural place to study for those who like a laid-back lifestyle. The state is home to many Civil War battlefields, national parks and the Clinton Presidential Library named for Bill Clinton, who served as the state's governor before being elected the 42nd President of the United States.

Arkansas Area Career and Technical Training Programs:

Career Colleges & Degree Programs in Arkansas 

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Blue Cliff College Fayetteville

You're just a degree away from a rewarding career in Massage Therapy. Blue Cliff College is an accredited school offering massage programs at its campuses in Louisiana and Mississippi.

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Diesel Driving Academy - Little Rock

Advance your career with Diesel Driving Academy, with locations in Little Rock, Arkansas, and Shreveport and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We offer an advanced tractor-trailer training diploma program that can be completed in just 20 weeks. Our program includes in-depth classroom instruction taught by professional drivers, plus driver training and maneuvering outside in the truck. You'll learn on late-model, state-of-the-art conventional vehicles and receive real-life road driving experience. We also offer job-placement services for all of our graduates, so you can get assistance with looking for a job

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ITT Technical Institute - Little Rock

The ITT Technical Institutes offer programs in some of today's hottest technical areas. With over 100 locations nationwide and several online programs available, the ITT Techs are one of the leading providers of technology education. Each ITT Tech offers convenient class schedules and Career Services are offered to help you find a job. Click here to find out what programs of study are available online or at an ITT Tech near you.

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Regency Beauty Institute - Fayetteville

Are you looking for a fabulous career in the cosmetology industry? Regency Beauty Institute was created just for you. As one of the leading beauty education providers in America, with campus locations in over a dozen states, we're committed to helping our students build their confidence and achieve their dreams. We offer expert faculty, upscale facilities, and hands-on training to help you channel your creativity into success.

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Regency Beauty Institute - Little Rock

Are you looking for a fabulous career in the cosmetology industry? Regency Beauty Institute was created just for you. As one of the leading beauty education providers in America, with campus locations in over a dozen states, we're committed to helping our students build their confidence and achieve their dreams. We offer expert faculty, upscale facilities, and hands-on training to help you channel your creativity into success.

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Strayer University - Little Rock

Established in 1892 and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Strayer University is dedicated to providing quality higher education programs for working adults like you. Classes are designed to fit your busy schedule, meeting on evenings, weekends, and asynchronously on the web. Undergraduate and graduate programs are available in accounting, business and internet technology.

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University of Phoenix - Little Rock Campus

Perhaps you're new to college and seeking an associate's degree. Maybe you're ready to complete your bachelor's or advanced degree. Either way, University of Phoenix is here to help. We offer a wide variety of degree programs in campus-based and online formats, enabling us to meet the needs and interests of today's working students, as well as today's workplace. One university understands how you live today. And where you want to go tomorrow. Program availability varies by location and format.

University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org). The University's central administration is located at 4615 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85040. Online Campus: 3157 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. For more information about University of Phoenix accreditations and licensures, please visit phoenix.edu/about_us/accreditation.aspx. ? 2011 University of Phoenix, Inc. All rights reserved.

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University of Phoenix - NW Arkansas Campus

Perhaps you're new to college and seeking an associate's degree. Maybe you're ready to complete your bachelor's or advanced degree. Either way, University of Phoenix is here to help. We offer a wide variety of degree programs in campus-based and online formats, enabling us to meet the needs and interests of today's working students, as well as today's workplace. One university understands how you live today. And where you want to go tomorrow. Program availability varies by location and format.

University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org). The University's central administration is located at 4615 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85040. Online Campus: 3157 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. For more information about University of Phoenix accreditations and licensures, please visit phoenix.edu/about_us/accreditation.aspx. ? 2011 University of Phoenix, Inc. All rights reserved.

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University of Phoenix - Pinnacle Hills Learning Center

Perhaps you're new to college and seeking an associate's degree. Maybe you're ready to complete your bachelor's or advanced degree. Either way, University of Phoenix is here to help. We offer a wide variety of degree programs in campus-based and online formats, enabling us to meet the needs and interests of today's working students, as well as today's workplace. One university understands how you live today. And where you want to go tomorrow. Program availability varies by location and format.

University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org). The University's central administration is located at 4615 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85040. Online Campus: 3157 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. For more information about University of Phoenix accreditations and licensures, please visit phoenix.edu/about_us/accreditation.aspx. ? 2011 University of Phoenix, Inc. All rights reserved.