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Public, 2-Year
Poplar Bluff, MO

Three Rivers College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MO. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$4,860

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

34.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$32,442

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Three Rivers College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Poplar Bluff, MO. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,860, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 34.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$9,720

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$2,442

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$14,700

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$39,120

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 34%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Three Rivers College is $10,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
69.9%
30.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
75.2%
Black
11.4%
Unknown
8.3%
Hispanic
3.7%
Asian
0.5%
International
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or more
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$4,860

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,293
$30k - $48k$10,144
$48k - $75k$10,905
$75k+$12,340

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,000
Pell Grant Recipients46.9%
Using Federal Loans12.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment29.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$7,606
Avg. Pell Grant$7,553
Avg. State/Local Grant$2,431
Avg. Institutional Grant$4,000
Students Receiving Grants94.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

59.1%

Success

34.3%

In-State Cost

$4,860

Age 25+ Students

25.7%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 1

Working at 6yr

1,854 students

Local City Insights

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