CNC machining schools in Arkansas
Looking for CNC machining schools in Arkansas? There are 11, including 11 public colleges. Machinists in Arkansas earn a median $51,140 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in AR
- $51,140
11 CNC machining schools
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Arkansas State University - Mountain Home
Mountain Home, AR · Public
- CNC machining
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +10
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Arkansas State University Mid-South
West Memphis, AR · Public
- CNC machining
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +12
University of Arkansas Community College - Batesville
Batesville, AR · Public
- CNC machining
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +13
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain
Mena, AR · Public
- CNC machining
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +10
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR · Public
- CNC machining
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +10
University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, AR · Public
- CNC machining
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +20
What machinists earn in Arkansas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $51,140
- $24.59 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,760–$78,400
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in AR
- 2,150
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +1%
- 26,100 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many CNC machining schools are in Arkansas?
We list 11 schools in Arkansas with CNC machining programs: 11 public colleges. Campuses are in Beebe, Mountain Home, Newport, Pocahontas, and Batesville.
Are there community college CNC machining programs in Arkansas?
Yes. 11 public colleges in Arkansas offer CNC machining. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does CNC machining school cost in Arkansas?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,842 to $14,327. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do machinists make in Arkansas?
The median pay for machinists in Arkansas is $51,140 a year, and most earn between $37,760 and $78,400, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CNC machining school in Arkansas?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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CNC machining schools in other states
- North Carolina (34)
- California (32)
- Tennessee (26)
- Michigan (22)
- Illinois (21)
- Ohio (18)
- Texas (17)
- Georgia (16)
- Pennsylvania (16)
- Minnesota (15)
- Wisconsin (15)
- Florida (14)
- Kentucky (14)
- Oklahoma (14)
- South Carolina (13)
- Washington (13)