Three Rivers Community College

Overview

Three Rivers Community College, established in 1966 and situated in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, offers a diverse range of academic programs including popular majors in nursing, education, and business studies. The college is set in a rural environment approximately 150 miles south of St. Louis, providing a peaceful campus atmosphere that aligns with its focus on practical, career-oriented education. With open admissions, the school welcomes a broad spectrum of students, making higher education accessible to the surrounding community. While it does not offer on-campus housing, Three Rivers facilitates a commuter-friendly experience. The college is not particularly known for its athletics. Its key emphasis is on cultivating a comprehensive learning environment with state-of-the-art facilities like the Tinnin Fine Arts Center and the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center, dedicated to hands-on training and educational advancement.

Three Rivers Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,376 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,248 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,410 plus fees of $1,590.