Crowley’s Ridge College (Paragould, Ark.) continues to demonstrate strong enrollment momentum, as highlighted in the April 6, 2026 edition of Arkansas Business Online, which ranks the state’s largest four-year colleges and universities based on Fall 2025 enrollment.
According to the listing, CRC recorded a 22.6% increase in enrollment from Fall 2024 to Fall 2025, one of the highest growth rates among all four-year institutions in Arkansas. While several universities experienced modest gains, flat enrollment, or even declines, CRC’s double-digit increase reflects a clear upward trajectory.
“This report affirms what we are seeing on our campus each day,” said Dr. Richard Johnson, President of Crowley’s Ridge College. “God continues to bless CRC with growing opportunities to serve students, and we are grateful for the momentum we are experiencing in enrollment, academic programs, and campus life. I am very grateful for the excellent work of our admissions team, the strong recruiting efforts of our coaches, and the concurrent enrollment high school partnerships created by our registrar’s office.”
The statewide data shows that many institutions posted single-digit growth, while some experienced declines of up to double digits. In contrast, CRC’s 22.6% increase places it among the strongest performers in Arkansas in terms of year-over-year enrollment growth.
CRC’s continued growth reflects several key factors:
-A strong commitment to its Christ-centered mission
-Expansion of academic programs and partnerships
-Increased outreach through concurrent enrollment and transfer pathways
-Strengthened engagement with churches and communities across Arkansas
As a private Christian college, CRC remains focused on providing a personalized educational experience that integrates faith and learning while preparing students for meaningful careers and service.
“This level of growth, especially among smaller private colleges, is encouraging and speaks to the value students and families are finding at CRC,” Johnson added. “We remain committed to building on this momentum as we continue to serve our students and advance our mission.”
For more information about Crowley’s Ridge College, visit www.crc.edu.
