NPC Student Life

08/17/2026

Get ready for an incredible start to the semester! Welcome Week 2026 is officially almost here, and we have an amazing lineup of events, free food, and fun ways to connect all week long 🦅✨

Take a look at the schedule above for all the dates and times. Drop a comment below and let us know which event you're looking forward to the most!

08/14/2026

Get ahead of the game before classes start on August 19th! Join us for Walk Your Schedule to find your classrooms, meet your peers, and feel fully prepared for the semester ahead.

📍 When & Where:

Sunday, August 16 at 5:30 PM

Tuesday, August 18 at 3:00 PM

Meet us on the 1st floor in the Student Commons building!

See you on campus, Nighthawks! 🦅

08/07/2026

Need extra time to get everything sorted before classes start? We’ve got you covered with extended hours (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM)!

Academic Advising, Financial Aid & Student Accounts:
🗓️ Monday, August 10 – Thursday, August 13
🗓️ Monday, August 17 – Wednesday, August 19

Bookstore Hours:
🗓️ Wednesday, August 19 – Thursday, August 20

08/03/2026

Attention, NPC single parent students!

The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund is accepting applications for Fall 2026 scholarships from Aug. 1 through Sept. 1.

Eligible single parents pursuing an associate degree, bachelor's degree, professional certificate or skilled-trade program may qualify for scholarships ranging from $400 to $1,600.

Learn more and apply at aspsf.org/Scholarships before the Sept. 1 deadline.

07/31/2026

Get ready for Tax-Free Weekend! 🛍️ The National Park College Bookstore is opening its doors to help you gear up for the upcoming semester.

Date: Saturday, August 1st

Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Note: Online textbook orders are excluded.

Stop by and grab everything you need!

07/29/2026

Bookstore orders are open! 📚✨

You can order your books in store or online today. Planning to visit us in person? Take advantage of our extended hours (8 AM – 6 PM) on Wednesday, August 19, and Thursday, August 20!

https://bookstore.np.edu/

07/08/2026

📢 Looking for a job on campus?

Hiring for Work Study positions across campus has begun and the application portal is now open! Work-study positions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and placement is not guaranteed.

Apply today to give yourself the best chance of securing a position! For more information, visit np.edu/jobs

06/07/2026

ACT Prep Camps at National Park College

Get ready to boost your ACT score and experience college life this summer at NPC!
In collaboration with The ACT Coach, NPC is offering two 2-day ACT Prep Camps designed to help students sharpen their skills before test day.

Camp Dates
June 8–9, 2026
July 8–9, 2026

Open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors!

Camp Experience Includes:
Targeted ACT instruction and practice
Full-length ACT practice test
Campus dining and activities
Optional overnight stay in residence halls

Camp Options
Commuter: $297
Residential (overnight): $337

Spots are limited—don’t miss this opportunity to gain confidence, improve your score, and get a taste of college life!

Learn more & register: np.edu/Actcamp
Questions? [email protected] | 📱 501-617-0032

https://np.edu

06/05/2026

National Park College is proud to recognize Jason Kuhn as the 2026 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year, an honor presented during last month’s Commencement ceremony.

A lifelong Hot Springs resident and 2000 NPC graduate, Jason has built an impressive career in the food service and hospitality industry.

“My experience at NPC was the ideal starting point,” Kuhn said. “I’m thankful for the opportunities it gave me and the path it helped create.”

Congratulations, Jason, on this well-deserved recognition! Read more at np.edu/News