Black River Technical College

  • 2 Year
  • Pocahontas, AR
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,705
Black River Technical College overview
Black River Technical College overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Black River Technical College (BRTC) is a public two-year institution located in Pocahontas, Arkansas, with an additional campus in Paragould. Situated in the Upper Delta region of northeast Arkansas, the college originated in 1972 as Black River Vocational Technical School and achieved its current status as a comprehensive community college in 1991. BRTC offers associate degrees and technical certificates across various programs, with particular emphasis on allied health, industrial technology, and business studies. The main campus features modern classroom facilities and technical training spaces spread across several buildings, while student support services include a library, academic resource center, and student commons area.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission
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Annual Cost to Attend

Arkansas Resident Tuition

$4,776

Out of State Resident Tuition

$7,488

Breakdown

In State Costs for Black River Technical College
  • Tuition $4,776
  • Books and Supplies $2,696
  • Other Fees $2,064
  • Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $6,510
  • Budget for Other Expenses $4,638
  • Total One Year Cost $20,684
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$29,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Black River Technical College are Health Professions, Liberal Arts and Humanities, and Mechanic and Repair Technologies. 38% of students major in Health Professions, 34% in Liberal Arts and Humanities, and 11% in Mechanic and Repair Technologies.

  • Health Professions 38%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 34%
  • Mechanic and Repair Technologies 11%
  • Business 7%
  • Precision Production Trades 5%
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=106625.

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Last updated: August 2026