Arkansas State University Three Rivers Tuition & Outcomes
Arkansas State University Three Rivers is a public certificate and vocational school in Malvern, Arkansas, enrolling about 550 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $8,070 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,788. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $37,374 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,788
- 2024 Average Net Price: $8,070 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 550 72.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 26.42%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 50.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 141.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 43.4%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,380
- Room & Board: $9,970 annual estimate
Arkansas State University Three Rivers: what the data shows
Common questions about Arkansas State University Three Rivers, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Arkansas State University Three Rivers?
Arkansas State University Three Rivers is located in Malvern, AR (ZIP 72104-0816).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is Arkansas State University Three Rivers public or private?
Arkansas State University Three Rivers is a Public institution.
How much does Arkansas State University Three Rivers cost?
Published tuition: $3,788 in-state, $4,388 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $8,070.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,070 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $15,152.
How big is Arkansas State University Three Rivers?
Total enrollment: 550 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,380 students.
About 73% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Arkansas State University Three Rivers?
150%-time completion rate: 26.42%.
First-year retention: 53.6%.
What do graduates of Arkansas State University Three Rivers earn?
Median earnings: $33,365 six years after entry; $37,374 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,250.
14.15% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Arkansas State University Three Rivers known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (150 completions)
- Medical Reception/Receptionist (143 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (98 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (76 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (57 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (42 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (40 completions)
- 00.0460 (36 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (33 completions)
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Arkansas State University Three Rivers a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 26.42%; median earnings $37,374 at 10 years; net price $8,070. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,788
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Arkansas State University Three Rivers was $3,788.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$8,070
2024 Value
In 2024 Arkansas State University Three Rivers had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $8,070.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$32,280 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$8,070 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$15,152 4-Year In-State Tuition
$17,552 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,970 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,470 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,228 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$60,912 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Arkansas State University Three Rivers.
Financial Aid by Income Level
14.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
19.63% 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 Arkansas State University Three Rivers 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 Arkansas State University Three Rivers 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 | $3,367 | $5,917 | $8,758 |
| 2014 | $3,310 | $5,950 | $8,454 |
| 2015 | $3,620 | $6,410 | $8,263 |
| 2016 | $3,620 | $6,410 | $7,766 |
| 2017 | $3,680 | $6,530 | $7,841 |
| 2018 | $3,890 | $6,800 | $8,295 |
| 2019 | $3,458 | $5,906 | $6,085 |
| 2020 | $3,458 | $5,882 | $6,704 |
| 2021 | $3,458 | $5,882 | $3,716 |
| 2022 | $3,356 | $5,780 | $3,110 |
| 2023 | $3,568 | $4,168 | $7,520 |
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
Arkansas State University Three Rivers reported total enrollment of about 550 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 34% male and 66% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (65.1%), Black or African American (26.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (4.7%). About 14.15% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 50.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
72.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Arkansas State University Three Rivers in 2024 is 550 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,380 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
53.6%
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 65.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
13.21% 100% Completion Time
26.42% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 13.21% of students graduating from Arkansas State University Three Rivers completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 9% male / 91% female
- Medical Reception/Receptionist: 16% male / 84% 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 Arkansas State University Three Rivers.
Return on Investment
$10,250 Median Student Debt
$37,374 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
27.43% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1057.81% Return on Investment
2.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Arkansas State University Three Rivers.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 30 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 150 completions
2. Medical Reception/Receptionist: 143 completions
3. Welding Technology/Welder: 98 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 76 completions
5. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 57 completions
6. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 42 completions
7. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 40 completions
8. 00.0460: 36 completions
9. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 33 completions
Most popular programs at Arkansas State University Three Rivers.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Arkansas State University Three Rivers graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Arkansas State University Three Rivers from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 43.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,673
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,569
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Arkansas State University Three Rivers is a public institution located in Malvern, AR, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Medical Reception/Receptionist, Welding Technology/Welder. Enrollment is approximately 550 students. Student body composition includes White (65.1%), Black or African American (26.4%), Hispanic or Latino (4.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 26.42%. Approximately 14.15% of students receive Pell Grants. About 50.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Malvern, AR 72104-0816
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 26.42% graduation rate at Arkansas State University Three Rivers falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Arkansas State University Three Rivers located?
Arkansas State University Three Rivers is located in Malvern, AR.
How much does Arkansas State University Three Rivers cost?
Reported tuition is $3,788 and average net price is $8,070 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,970 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Arkansas State University Three Rivers?
Arkansas State University Three Rivers reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,380 students, White (65.1%), Black or African American (26.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Arkansas State University Three Rivers?
About 50.0% of students at Arkansas State University Three Rivers are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Arkansas State University Three Rivers earn?
Median earnings are $33,365 six years after entry and $37,374 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Arkansas State University Three Rivers?
The 150%-time completion rate is 26.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Arkansas State University Three Rivers students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,250.
Is Arkansas State University Three Rivers public or private?
Arkansas State University Three Rivers is a public institution located in Malvern, AR.
Is Arkansas State University Three Rivers an HBCU?
No. Arkansas State University Three Rivers is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Arkansas State University Three Rivers a tribal college?
No. Arkansas State University Three Rivers is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Arkansas State University Three Rivers a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Arkansas State University Three Rivers does not meet that proxy (reported share 4.7%).
Is Arkansas State University Three Rivers religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Arkansas State University Three Rivers 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.