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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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
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.
ACHE President and CEO Named 2026 NWA Business Impact Award Recipient
The Northwest Arkansas Business Impact Award recognizes leaders who have made a significant and lasting impact on their communities and industries.
On Call Gala Raises Nearly $600,000 for ACHE Scholarship Endowment
Every dollar raised from the On Call Gala goes directly to the ACHE Scholarship Endowment to help reduce financial barriers for students pursuing careers in health care.
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Fort Smith, AR 72916
479-308-2243