National Park College
Higher EducationArkansas, United States1001-5000 Employees
National Park College is a higher education institution located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, offering a blend of liberal arts and occupational programs designed to prepare students for entry into the workforce or for transfer to a four-year institution. It is the fourth largest community college in Arkansas and enrolls about 3,000 credit students per semester, with a broader reach through non-credit and continuing education that serves more than 4,000 learners annually. The college's programs include customized workforce training for businesses, on-site hospitality and tourism courses, and a mix of online and on-campus computer classes alongside other professional development offerings. It sits within a regional economy anchored by tourism, manufacturing, retirement living, and medical sciences, with nearby attractions such as the thermal waters of the National Park, hiking trails, Oaklawn Park horse racing, several lakes, golf courses, and a thriving arts community. In 2026 NPC advanced its career-connection efforts through a Makerspace partnership with Career Services to design and install a bulletin board in the Student Commons, aimed at providing students with easy access to employment, internships, volunteer opportunities, and other career resources. The college also maintains active student engagement through Phi Theta Kappa and other programs, and continues to support athletics, including naming a new head baseball coach in 2026.