Three Rivers Community College is a public, comprehensive community college located in Southeast Missouri. The college serves a variety of higher educational needs for the residents of the college district and the surrounding area. The college has the philosophy that educational opportunities should be accessible and available regardless of economic, social, motivational, physical, and geographical barriers. In support of this philosophy the college maintains an open admissions policy, actively develops financial aid resources, emphasizes quality in teaching and counseling for students, and offers classes off campus. Finally, the college believes that education is not only a preparation to earn a living but is also a way of life.
School Highlights
Three Rivers College serves 2,759 students (56% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 2,759 students
In-state tuition: $4,968
Out-state tuition: $6,048
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 18%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 229 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student population of Three Rivers College has declined by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Three Rivers College diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has declined by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,759 students
2,348 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,543 students
1,145 students
# Part-Time Students
1,216 students
1,203 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
213 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,543 students
1,145 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,216 students
908 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
184 students
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
4%
% Black
8%
7%
% White
82%
62%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Unknown races
6%
21%
Diversity Score
0.30
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.12%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,300
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,968 is equal to the state average of $4,968. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,048 is less than the state average of $6,538. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,968
$4,968
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,048
$6,538
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,575
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
95%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Three Rivers Community College was founded April 5, 1966, when
citizens of Butler, Carter, Ripley, and Wayne counties, located in
Southeast Missouri, voted into existence the Three Rivers Junior
College District. Since that time, the college has grown and
prospered. Beginning in storefront facilities in downtown Poplar
Bluff, Missouri, with 138 students in the summer of 1967, the
college moved to its seventy-acre campus in August of 1979.
Currently over 3,500 students are enrolled in the various college
transfer, occupational-technical, developmental and continuing
education courses. Three Rivers Community College offers over 80
degree and certificate programs. Along with excellent programs,
TRCC also offers superior scheduling flexibility. Day and evening
courses are offered in the Fall, Spring and Summer. Distance
Learning opportunities are also available including web and
telecourses at over 30 off-sites. TRCC serves more than 3,200
students enrolled in more than 30 associate degree curricula
intended for transfer for baccalaureate completion and in technical
or career degree and certificate programs. The college also serves
over 3,700 students in non-credit and continuing education courses
and activities off-campus throughout the 15-county service region.
At the present time, the college offers courses at over 28
extension sites beyond the Poplar Bluff campus. With outstanding
faculty, three separate campus locations and a strong commitment to
helping students reach their educational goals; TRCC continues to
be a superior choice for a high quality education. No matter if you
are planning to transfer to a four-year college with your
associate's degree or taking your associates or certificate to use
in the workforce, your future begins here at TRCC. Three Rivers
Community College, "home of the Raiders," has nationally recognized
varsity sports programs for men and women in basketball, baseball,
volleyball, baseball, softball and cheerleading.
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 2,759 students
In-state tuition: $4,968
Out-state tuition: $6,048
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 18%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Missouri public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,968 per year for in-state students and $6,538 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,658 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
