Founded as North Arkansas College (Northark) in 1974, it is a public two-year college offering transfer and technical degree programs, one-year technical certificates, certificates of proficiency, customized business and industry training, adult basic education (GED) classes and non-credit community education courses. In addition, partnerships with area universities provide the opportunity to achieve a bachelor’s degree in Harrison. UA-NAC also offers online associate degrees, associate of applied science degrees and certificates.

UA-NAC has North and South campuses as well as the Carroll County Center in nearby Berryville, and a location on Main Street that houses the College’s business offices as well as Educational Talent Search.