Three Rivers College

Three Rivers College Overview

Three Rivers College is a public, state school in the rural setting of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Three Rivers College was founded in 1966 and enrolls 2,759 undergrads and no graduate students. Three Rivers College ensures on-campus housing for up to 184 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing. On the weekends, about 50% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

Student Involvement at Three Rivers College

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Three Rivers College's theater groups.

Three Rivers College does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? Three Rivers College has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Three Rivers College on the Student Life page.

2022 Three Rivers College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$4,260
Out-of-State	$4,260

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Is Three Rivers College a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a clearer idea of what Three Rivers College offers and if it might be a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Three Rivers College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. Retention measures how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Three Rivers College Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. 78% of graduates from Three Rivers College recieve at least one full-time job offer within six months of graduating.

Recent Three Rivers College grads have an average starting salary of $30,000 a year. The average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year, though these numbers vary widely by major.

Three Rivers College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

For more information about Three Rivers College's endowment, check with the school directly. For each full-time student, Three Rivers College spends about $3,634 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Three Rivers College

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Three Rivers College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Three Rivers College.

Based on this information, does Three Rivers College seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Three Rivers College a good school for you?

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Where is Three Rivers College Located?

Three Rivers College is located in the rural setting of Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

If you would like to see Three Rivers College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Highway 60 to Poplar Bluff, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Lambert-St. Louis International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Three Rivers College and Poplar Bluff are like without leaving home.

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