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Black River Technical College

Pocahontas, AR·Public·www.blackrivertech.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Black River Technical College is a public community college in Pocahontas, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Black River Technical College is a public community college in Pocahontas, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,776
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$5,095
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Campus Lifestyle

Black River Technical College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 159 miles from Hidden Valley Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

159 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

52°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Black River Technical College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Hidden Valley Ski Area, 159 miles away with 7 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 395 miles of campus.

159 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Pocahontas, AR

Pocahontas has a mild climate, with winters averaging 36°F in Jan and summers peaking around 80°F in Jul.

36°Jan40°Feb49°Mar59°Apr68°May76°Jun80°Jul78°Aug71°Sep60°Oct48°Nov39°Dec

Station: POCAHONTAS 1 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Black River Technical College in AR earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.

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Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$4,776$7,488
Fees
$1,296$1,296
Total
$6,072$8,784
In-StateOut-of-State
$5,095avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

52 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
391 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
210 grads/yr$34,452
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
144 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
119 grads/yr$57,058
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
92 grads/yr$50,387

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's68 grads$73,070
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate119 grads$57,058
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate92 grads$50,387
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's13 grads$49,790
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Associate's$48,685
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate19 grads$41,296
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's210 grads$34,452
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate391 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate144 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's89 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Black River Technical College located?

Black River Technical College is located in Pocahontas, AR. The main campus address is 1410 Hwy 304 East, Pocahontas, AR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Black River Technical College?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Black River Technical College charges $4,776/year for in-state students and $7,488/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $6,350/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $5,095/year — what students actually pay. Use Black River Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Black River Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Black River Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($5,095/year after aid), campus culture in Pocahontas, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Black River Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Black River Technical College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Pocahontas, AR
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 52°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Jonesboro, AR (JBR) · 33 mialso BYH (59 mi), WMH (85 mi)

Location

Pocahontas, AR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.