Three Rivers College
About Three Rivers College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Three Rivers College teaches in Poplar Bluff, in the Missouri bootheel, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and health preparatory studies are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Students
1,844
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,950
Out-of-state: $6,180
Avg Net Price
$8,496
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,442
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
33.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.3%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$4.9K
Class Size
Large
The 33.3% graduation rate is below average, but 66.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,950
In-State
$6,180
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$7,002
Books & Supplies
$1,020
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,637
After Financial Aid
$8,496
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,236
Receive Grants
48.8%
Take Loans
12.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,637/yr, including $7,002 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,496.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Three Rivers College fund their education.
While in School
48.8%
Get Grants
Free money
12.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,333
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Three Rivers College.
Gender
70%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,844
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.1%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
25.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 56.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,844
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Three Rivers College fields 3 varsity teams with 90 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
90
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
53
Men
37
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Three Rivers Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,442
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
174 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
83 grads
1yr Earnings
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
$31K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$31K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
12 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$48K
11 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $32K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.