- 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 3,513 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 41%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,513 students
- In-state tuition: $4,968
- Out-state tuition: $6,048
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 23%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 229 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Three Rivers College
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
229 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Three Rivers College has grown by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Three Rivers College diversity score of 0.40 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,513 students
1,159 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
1,640 students
718 students
# Part-Time Students
1,873 students
1,407 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
351 students
246 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,640 students
834 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,873 students
684 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
184 students
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
3%
6%
% Black
9%
10%
% White
77%
59%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
8%
17%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3415%
0.433%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6154%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,300
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,968 is more than the state average of $3,825. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,048 is more than the state average of $5,579. The out-state tuition has grown by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,968
$3,825
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,048
$5,579
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,575
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
Source: 2024 (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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Three Rivers College cost?
Three Rivers College's tuition is approximately $4,968 for In-State students and $6,048 for Out-State students.
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