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College credit will be awarded for approved courses based on the indicated AP Examination score. A list of approved courses can be found on the NWACC website or may be obtained from the College Catalog. College credit for additional AP examinations may be evaluated by the Dean of the appropriate Academic Division and recommended to the Chief Academic Officer for approval.

Plant Sciences, General

Horticultural Science

Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other

Environmental Science

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General

Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef

Culinary Arts/Chef Training

Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician

Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician

Construction Engineering Technology/Technician

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician

Child Development

Child Care and Support Services Management

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

General Studies

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

Criminal Justice/Police Science

Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other

Fire Services Administration

Forensic Science and Technology

Electrician

Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services, Other

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician

Bicycle Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician

Visual and Performing Arts, General

Design and Visual Communications, General

Commercial and Advertising Art

Graphic Design

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Dental Assisting/Assistant

Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician

Physical Therapy Assistant

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)

Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist

Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide

Business/Commerce, General

Business Administration and Management, General

Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping

Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

Retailing and Retail Operations

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within northwest Arkansas and the surrounding areas. The college offers a full range of certificates and associate degrees that can lead to careers in business, computer science, art, communications, culinary, nursing, engineering, construction, criminal justice and more. With over 75 degrees and certificates, as an NWACC student, you can choose your own path. Your journey may include earning a certificate in only a few months, pursuing a two-year degree in a high-demand trade, or taking core courses that transfer to a four-year university. Whether it's pursuing your dream to be a chef at Brightwater: A Center for the Study of Food, to serve others as nurse, run your own business, or use your creative skills as an artist, NWACC offers you the quality instruction and academic support you need to begin your journey toward success.

Northwest Arkansas Community College

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Your net price is a college’s cost of attendance minus the grants and scholarships you receive. The net price you pay for a particular college is specific to you because it’s based on your personal circumstances and the college’s financial aid policies. Use the college’s Net Price calculator for the most accurate estimate of your net price.