Culinary & Pastry Schools in North Little Rock, AR

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare culinary & pastry programs in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Culinary & Pastry Schools Near North Little Rock, AR

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#1

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR In-state option BOC Score 42.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,748
  • Out-of-state tuition: $22,158
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 59%
  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 353
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR In-state option BOC Score 90.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 506
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Arkansas Baptist College

Little Rock, AR In-state option BOC Score 29.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $8,760
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,760
Contact
  • 1600 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Little Rock, AR 72202-6068
  • (501) 420-1200
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 7.7%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 10
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Arkansas Beauty School-Little Rock

Little Rock, AR In-state option
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 80%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 84

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Arkansas Beauty College

Russellville, AR In-state option BOC Score 36.2
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 62%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 29

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Arkansas Technical School

North Little Rock, AR In-state option BOC Score 13.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 30

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR In-state option BOC Score 70.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $10,104
  • Out-of-state tuition: $29,966
Contact
  • 1125 W Maple St, Administration Bldg 425 Fayetteville, AR 72701
  • (479) 575-2000
Key stats
  • Admission rate: 74%
  • Graduation rate: 70%
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,714
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR In-state option BOC Score 38.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,412
  • Out-of-state tuition: $17,992
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 41%
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 49
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Arkansas State University-Beebe

Beebe, AR In-state option BOC Score 49.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $3,336
  • Out-of-state tuition: $5,232
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 905
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, AR In-state option BOC Score 51.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $8,090
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,522
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 82%
  • Graduation rate: 55%
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 524
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Arkansas Culinary & Pastry Salary Snapshot

Arkansas
Arkansas Median Pay $31,180 $14.99 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $40,078 $19.27 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 35-1011 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Kitchen lab hours and cuisine styles covered
  • ServSafe or food handler certification included
  • Externship placements and restaurant partnerships
  • Credential level (certificate, diploma, or associate degree)
  • Specialty tracks (pastry, baking, management, nutrition)

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