Northwest Technical Institute ★ Hidden gem
Springdale, Arkansas · Public · 206 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Arkansas high-school graduate (about $32,489/yr). Another 10 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $15,900 |
| $30k to $48k | $16,026 |
| $48k to $75k | $16,061 |
| $75k to $110k | $16,331 |
| $110k and up | $16,992 |
| All families (average) | $15,992 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $49,676 | +$17,187 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,748 | +$18,259 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 79% of students receive Pell grants · 74% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.