The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has been ranked the No. 4 trade school in Arkansas in the 2027 Best Trade Schools in Arkansas ranking published by ArkansasTradeSchools.com.

ArkansasTradeSchools.com, an independent research site focused on trade and technical education in Arkansas, evaluated schools based on the breadth of their trade program offerings. The ranking considered how many of the site’s 10 covered trade pathways are represented in each institution’s publicly listed programs.

UAHT was recognized for offering the following five trade pathways across its Hope and Texarkana campuses: welding, industrial maintenance, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, industrial electricity, and nursing. The site also highlighted UAHT as a strong choice for students in southwest Arkansas seeking career and technical education backed by national recognition.

“We are honored to be recognized as one of the top trade schools in Arkansas,” said Dr. Ricky Tompkins, Chancellor of the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. “This recognition reflects the hard work of our faculty and staff and our continued commitment to providing students with high-quality, hands-on training that prepares them for successful careers. UAHT is dedicated to working with our industry partners to develop a highly skilled workforce that meets the needs of employers and strengthens the communities and economy we serve.”

“ArkansasTradeSchools.com, an independent research site covering trade education in Arkansas, has featured the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana in its 2027 Best Trade Schools in Arkansas ranking,” representatives from ArkansasTradeSchools.com stated. “The ranking compares Arkansas trade schools by program breadth using publicly listed programs. UA Hope-Texarkana is recognized for its welding, industrial maintenance, HVAC, electrical, and nursing programs, and was recently named to USA TODAY’s 2026 America’s Best Trade Schools list.”

The ArkansasTradeSchools.com recognition follows UAHT’s inclusion on USA TODAY’s 2026 America’s Best Trade Schools list. ArkansasTradeSchools.com specifically cited that national recognition as an important distinction for UAHT among the institutions included in its ranking.

UAHT’s career and technical programs are designed to prepare students for high-demand careers through hands-on instruction, industry-relevant training, and pathways that can lead directly to the workforce or continued education.

To learn more about career and technical education programs available at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana, visit uaht.edu. Registration for spring 2027 classes begins November 2, 2026.