University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is a public community college in Mena, Arkansas, enrolling about 503 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,842 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,696. Student demographics in federal data include White (69.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (13.3%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,696
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,842 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 503 79.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.23%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 63.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 10.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 50.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 948
- Room & Board: $9,590 annual estimate
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is located in Mena, AR (ZIP 71953).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain public or private?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is a Public institution.
How much does University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain cost?
Published tuition: $3,696 in-state, $4,272 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,842.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,248 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $5,069 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,422 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $6,587 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $14,784.
How big is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
Total enrollment: 503 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 948 students.
About 80% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
150%-time completion rate: 55.23%.
First-year retention: 63.2%.
What do graduates of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain earn?
Median earnings: $22,765 six years after entry; $30,037 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $6,500.
39.78% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (77 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (32 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (31 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (20 completions)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (18 completions)
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician (18 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (15 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (14 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (14 completions)
- Real Estate Development (13 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 55.23%; median earnings $30,037 at 10 years; net price $4,842. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,696
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain was $3,696.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,842
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,842.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,368 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,842 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$14,784 4-Year In-State Tuition
$17,088 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,590 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$960 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,246 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$56,984 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain.
Financial Aid by Income Level
39.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
12.10% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,208 | $5,064 | $4,538 |
| 2014 | $2,352 | $5,280 | $5,714 |
| 2015 | $2,448 | $5,400 | $5,146 |
| 2016 | $2,568 | $5,520 | $5,358 |
| 2017 | $2,688 | $5,640 | $4,488 |
| 2018 | $2,880 | $3,936 | $5,944 |
| 2019 | $3,072 | $3,648 | $4,696 |
| 2020 | $3,072 | $3,648 | $5,751 |
| 2021 | $3,240 | $3,816 | $4,926 |
| 2022 | $3,384 | $3,960 | $4,458 |
| 2023 | $3,528 | $4,104 | $4,914 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain reported total enrollment of about 503 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (69.6%), Hispanic or Latino (13.3%), and Non-Resident Alien (6.2%). About 39.78% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 63.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
79.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain in 2024 is 503 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 948 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
63.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 69.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
49.42% 100% Completion Time
55.23% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 49.42% of students graduating from University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 48% male / 52% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 87% male / 13% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain.
Return on Investment
$6,500 Median Student Debt
$30,037 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.64% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1450.86% Return on Investment
2.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 25 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 77 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 32 completions
3. Welding Technology/Welder: 31 completions
4. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 20 completions
5. Teacher Education, Multiple Levels: 18 completions
6. Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician: 18 completions
7. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 15 completions
8. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 14 completions
9. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 14 completions
Most popular programs at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 50.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,206
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,749
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is a public institution located in Mena, AR, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Welding Technology/Welder. Enrollment is approximately 503 students. Student body composition includes White (69.6%), Hispanic or Latino (13.3%), Non-Resident Alien (6.2%). The 150%-time completion rate is 55.23%. Approximately 39.78% of students receive Pell Grants. About 63.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Location
Mena, AR 71953
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain located?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is located in Mena, AR.
How much does University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain cost?
Reported tuition is $3,696 and average net price is $4,842 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,590 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain reports undergraduate enrollment of about 948 students, White (69.6%), Hispanic or Latino (13.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
About 63.5% of students at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain earn?
Median earnings are $22,765 six years after entry and $30,037 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $6,500.
Is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain public or private?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is a public institution located in Mena, AR.
Is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain an HBCU?
No. University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain a tribal college?
No. University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain does not meet that proxy (reported share 13.3%).
Is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Arkansas college costs
- Arkansas colleges by ROI
- Arkansas trade schools profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Arkansas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.