Arkansas State University Three Rivers
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School Highlights
Arkansas State University Three Rivers serves 1,243 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is same as the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 34%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,243 students
- In-state tuition: $3,310
- Out-state tuition: $5,950
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 32%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Arkansas State University Three Rivers ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 151% over five years.
Arkansas State University Three Rivers
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
136 staff
162 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Arkansas State University Three Rivers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Arkansas State University Three Rivers diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,243 students
1,250 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
9:1

# Full-Time Students
292 students
519 students

# Part-Time Students
951 students
731 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
677 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
292 students
519 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
951 students
731 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
46 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%

% Asian
1%
2%

% Hispanic
7%
10%

% Black
19%
16%

% White
68%
66%

% Two or more races
5%
3%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%

% Unknown races
n/a
1%


Diversity Score
0.49
0.53

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
35%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,100
$28,600

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,310 is more than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has grown by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,950 is more than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has grown by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,310
$2,994

Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,950
$4,750

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
94%

Median Debt for Graduates
$11,085
$9,750

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,300
$5,300

Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- OTC's hassle-free registration, computer and learning labs, "hands-on" learning, caring faculty, and staff; career, academic, personal counseling; basic skills instruction, and free tutoring, are offered to help you succeed. Whether you want to prepare for a new career with a degree or certificate, to get the basics to transfer to a university, to upgrade your skills, to complete your GED, to get customized training for your employees, or to just learn to send e-mail to family and friends, OTC has a credit and/or non-credit course or program for you. Ouachita Technical College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arkansas State University Three Rivers cost?
Arkansas State University Three Rivers's tuition is approximately $3,310 for In-State students and $5,950 for Out-State students.
What is Arkansas State University Three Rivers's ranking?
Arkansas State University Three Rivers ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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