Arkansas State University-Newport

Arkansas State University-Newport is a public two-year institution located in Newport, Arkansas, in a rural fringe campus setting. The college enrolls 4,141 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 46 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 42% (IPEDS 2023) and a retention rate of 75% (IPEDS 2023).

The college offers an extensive selection of vocational and technical certificate programs. Offerings include Lineworker, Restaurant/Culinary and Catering Management, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician, Heating/Air Conditioning/Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology (HVAC), Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, Surgical Technology/Technologist, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, and Cosmetology/Barber/Styling and Nail Instructor. Many programs are offered at both shorter and longer certificate levels.

Situated in Jackson County in northeastern Arkansas, ASU-Newport serves as a central workforce training hub for the surrounding region. Its broad program mix spans utilities, automotive, culinary, healthcare, and cosmetology fields, supporting diverse local employment opportunities.