University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain Photo #4 - Students enjoy a host of activities on Campus. Pictured here is the annual Clubpalooza where students come to learn about the organizations at RMCC and get free food!!

University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain

1100 College Dr
Mena, AR 71953
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • Rich Mountain Community College is a two-year college offering transferrable general education degrees and a variety of workforce job readiness certificates. RMCC is a learning-centered institution of higher education, committed to the proposition that the educational attainment of individuals within a democratic society is, in large measure, responsible for the advancement of that society.

School Highlights

University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain serves 786 students (56% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is same as the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 38%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 786 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,605
  • Out-state tuition: $3,450
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 22%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Overview

The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 64% over five years.
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1983
Total Faculty
35 staff
61 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Student Body

The student population of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 101% over five years.
Total Enrollment
786 students
1,285 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Full-Time Students
440 students
440 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
346 students
845 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
786 students
1,308 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
440 students
440 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
346 students
860 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
153 students
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Asian
1%
2%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
12%
12%
% Black
1%
17%
% White
78%
62%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.57

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
57%
38%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,300
$28,800

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $1,605 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 55% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,450 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,605
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,450
$4,750
Tuition Notes
These fees are per s
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
92%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
100%
97%

Sports

Colors
Green and White

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Math ClubPhi Theta Kappa
Rich Mountain Video TeamScience Club
Student Ambassadors ProgramStudent Government Association


Arts and Music Programs:
RMCC Actors' GuildVoices of the Ouachita's

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Rich Mountain Community College offers two transferrable degrees, Associate of Arts and Associate of General Studies. An Associate of Applied Science Advanced Manufacturing degree can be obtained in one of five emphasis areas: Mechanical Engineering (transferrable), Electrical Engineering (transferrable), Welding, Machine Tool Technology, and Electromechancial Technology. Along with these RMCC offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in four workforce areas: Business Administration, Information Systems Technology, Office Technology, and Registered Nursing. Other workforce certificates offered include: Welding, Culinary Arts, Health Information Systems, Cosmetology, Machine Tool, Electromechanical, Licensed Practical Nursing, Emergency Medical Technology, and Certified Nursing Assistant.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain cost?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain's tuition is approximately $1,605 for In-State students and $3,450 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain?
The acceptance rate of University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 97%.
What is University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain's ranking?
University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 786 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,605
  • Out-state tuition: $3,450
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 22%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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