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Tuition and Fees

Tuition and Fees*

  • In-State Tuition

    • $125.00 (effective Fall 2026) per credit hour; Out-of-State Tuition: $250.00 per credit hour

  • Arkansas Assessment Fee

    • $5.00 per semester

  • College Services Fee

    • $10.00 per credit hour (includes student email account)

  • Technology Fee

    • $20.00 per credit hour

  • Infrastructure Fee

    • $8.00 per credit hour

  • Security Fee

    • $5.00 per credit hour

  • Student Activity Fee

    • $20.00 per credit hour

Other Fees

  • Lab Fee for Selected Reading Grammar/Writing, and Math Courses

    • $12.00 per course

  • Science/Lab Fee

    • $35.00 per course

  • Internet Fee

    • $35.00 per course

  • Professional Fee

    • $25.00 per credit hour for Health Professions and Early Childhood Development courses

  • ACCUPLACER Test Fee

    • $15.00 (All sections: Math, Reading, and English $5.00 each)

  • Credit by Examination (Challenge Exam) Fee

    • $125.00 per credit hour

  • Nursing Malpractice Insurance

    • $13.50 per school year

  • Book Program

    • $28.00 per credit hour
    • $400 per semester, Books for Health Professions (Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Technology, Radiology Technology, and Practical Nursing)
    • For more information, see the Frequently Asked Questions
    • To opt out, please fill out the Opt Out Request Form.   The deadline to submit the form is the 2nd day of classes.

*Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.

Cost of Materials

Tools, uniforms, supplies, etc., may be required in some courses. Instructors will give students a list of needed items on the first day of class. Total cost of materials for a full-time student will depend upon the program of study.

Payment of Tuition and Fees

Students may not attend classes until they have paid tuition and fees in full, set-up a payment plan through Nelnet or made definite arrangements concerning Financial Aid with a Financial Aid Officer located in Student Services. This applies to all students, including recipients of Pell, WIOA, Scholarships, Rehab, Veteran's benefits, and other types of aid. Payments in full (no partial payments accepted) can be made at the cashier’s office via Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Personal Checks. Check payments that are subsequently returned for insufficient funds will be assessed a return service fee.

Any student account that remains unpaid at the end of the semester and is not paid within thirty (30) days may be turned over to an outside collection agency for assistance in collecting. A collection cost will be added to the amount owed by the student to cover the collection agency cost. Unpaid account balances may also be sent to the state utilizing the Debt-Set Off program which deducts amounts due the College from an individual's tax return.

Tuition Deferred Payment Agreement/Payment Plans

All students are expected to have payment arrangements (including financial aid) in place at the time of registration, or he/she will be dropped from classes. Please log in to Student Planning and view the "Payment Plan and Refund Management" link to view currently available plans and due dates.

Visit the MyCollegePaymentPlan page

Students are encouraged to register as early as possible in order to secure their desired schedule and to avoid long lines and/or closed classes. All students should consult with their advisors prior to registration. Students are required to make an appointment with their advisor and come prepared to discuss class needs as they apply to their programs of study. However, remember that most faculty are not available for advising during the breaks between terms, so care should be taken when scheduling appointments.

 

Download the 2026-2027 Tuition and Fees Charts

In-State Tuition and Fees Chart (PDF)

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees Chart (PDF)

 

For more information, visit the Cost of Attendance page.

 

Cost of Attendance