C
Average
Score: 49/100

Black River Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Pocahontas, Arkansas 72455
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 34%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
A
82/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
D
35/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,544
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,407
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Black River Technical College

45% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 689 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$146,596
Avg Monthly Rent
$837
1-Year Change
+3.7%
For parents & investors

The Black River Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $146,596
  • Avg rent near campus: $837/mo

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🏆 Where Black River Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Gunsmithing/Gunsmith
of 7 schools
#12
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
of 24 schools
#24
Industrial Technology/Technician
of 29 schools
#27
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
of 28 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,568 $5,136

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
65%
Receive Pell Grants
10%
Take Out Loans
$6,407
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,070
$30,001 - $48,000$6,082
$48,001 - $75,000$9,670
$75,001 - $110,000$12,393

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other 404 grads/yr General Studies 176 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 120 grads/yr Industrial Technology/Technician 92 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 72 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 71 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 57 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 53 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 48 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 47 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 40 grads/yr Gunsmithing/Gunsmith 31 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 28 grads/yr Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 28 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 22 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 22 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 17 grads/yr Agricultural Production Operations, General 17 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Black River Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Healthcare support workers, all other
$46k/yr 109,700 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Industrial engineering technologists and technicians
$65k/yr 74,600 jobs
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr 117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr 698,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,544
Total Students
62%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)
45%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 90%
Hispanic 3%
Black 2%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 45%
With Family 55%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~689 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 37%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 36%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Black River Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Black River Technical College?
Tuition at Black River Technical College is $2,568 for in-state students and $5,136 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,407.
What is the graduation rate at Black River Technical College?
The graduation rate at Black River Technical College is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Black River Technical College a good school?
Black River Technical College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Black River Technical College?
Black River Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,544 students.
Is there rental demand near Black River Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 45% of students at Black River Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 689 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pocahontas area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology