Crowley’s Ridge College reports a 7.4% increase in their enrollment with total headcount increasing from 243 recorded in fall 2024 official numbers to 261 in spring 2025. Arkansas residents make up 71.6% of this record breaking enrollment number. CRC broke the previous highest enrollment record in fall 2024 only to break the record again this spring. Dr. Richard Johnson, President credits the excellent recruiting work and academic improvements as keys to growing the college’s enrollment. “Our admissions team, coaches, and financial aid are working together to simplify applying and being accepted as a college student. Plus, academic improvements such as a new Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, approved in early January 2025 are attracting new students.”
Crowley’s Ridge College is a private, four-year Christian college located in Paragould, Arkansas. As an institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, it offers Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees in a variety of areas. CRC aims to lead and encourage all students to use their various experiences toward building a philosophy of life that is consistent with Christian ideals and will lead them into a future of service to both God and their community. CRC’s current cost is $465 per credit hour for in-state or out-of-state students, which is much lower than most private and some public universities in Arkansas. Visit www.crc.edu to learn more.
