- Rich Mountain Community College is a two-year college offering transferrable general education degrees and a variety of workforce job readiness certificates. RMCC is a learning-centered institution of higher education, committed to the proposition that the educational attainment of individuals within a democratic society is, in large measure, responsible for the advancement of that society.
School Highlights
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain serves 843 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 843 students
- In-state tuition: $1,605
- Out-state tuition: $3,450
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
99 staff
165 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
843 students
1,653 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
394 students
595 students
# Part-Time Students
449 students
1,058 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
843 students
194 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
394 students
595 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
449 students
1,055 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
153 students
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
11%
11%
% Black
1%
18%
% White
80%
61%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.35
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
57%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,300
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,605 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 52% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,450 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,605
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,450
$4,750
Tuition Notes
These fees are per s
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$9,596
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
100%
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
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Math ClubPhi Theta Kappa
Rich Mountain Video TeamScience Club
Student Ambassadors ProgramStudent Government Association
Arts and Music Programs:
RMCC Actors' GuildVoices of the Ouachita's
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Rich Mountain Community College offers two transferrable degrees, Associate of Arts and Associate of General Studies. An Associate of Applied Science Advanced Manufacturing degree can be obtained in one of five emphasis areas: Mechanical Engineering (transferrable), Electrical Engineering (transferrable), Welding, Machine Tool Technology, and Electromechancial Technology. Along with these RMCC offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in four workforce areas: Business Administration, Information Systems Technology, Office Technology, and Registered Nursing. Other workforce certificates offered include: Welding, Culinary Arts, Health Information Systems, Cosmetology, Machine Tool, Electromechanical, Licensed Practical Nursing, Emergency Medical Technology, and Certified Nursing Assistant.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain cost?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain's tuition is approximately $1,605 for In-State students and $3,450 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
The acceptance rate of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.
What is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain's ranking?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition and Highest completion rates.
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The nearest community college to University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (38.7 miles away)
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