We are educating the next generation of healthcare professionals to serve the underserved.
Arkansas Colleges of Health Education
Our Mission
To educate and train a diverse group of highly competent and compassionate healthcare professionals; to create health and research support facilities; and to provide healthy living environments to improve the lives of others.
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Our Programs
The Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) is a private, not-for-profit institution located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. We are fulfilling our mission of training competent, compassionate healthcare professionals through our Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Medical Science, Doctor of Executive Leadership, Doctor of Public Health, Master of Science in Biomedicine and Master of Public Health.
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Diversity at ACHE
Creating a campus community where all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members belong and thrive is vital to our holistic efforts of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
News & Events
Successful Match Day for ARCOM Class of 2026
With 126 students participating, ARCOM celebrates 100% of students successfully placing into residency programs across the nation.
Clinic Expansion Strengthens ACHE Residency Partnership with Mercy Fort Smith
The 19,548-square-foot expansion includes 13 new patient care rooms and was driven by rising demand for primary care services and the need to grow a medical residency program in collaboration with the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education.
Experience ACHE: Community Open House Invites Public to Explore Campus
The community is invited to explore three of ACHE’s state-of-the-art facilities, meet faculty/staff & students, and learn more about how ACHE is shaping the future of healthcare in the River Valley and beyond.
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Fort Smith, AR 72916
479-308-2243