- CRC is a private, four-year church affiliated, but autonomous, co-ed liberal arts college.
School Highlights
Crowley's Ridge College serves 285 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Private-state tuition: $11,250
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 27%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Crowley's Ridge College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Crowley's Ridge College
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
35 staff
162 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Crowley's Ridge College has grown by 52% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has increased from 5:1 over five years.
The Crowley's Ridge College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 61% over five years.
Total Enrollment
285 students
1,611 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
180 students
595 students
# Part-Time Students
105 students
1,058 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
285 students
217 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
180 students
595 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
105 students
1,058 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
141 students
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
4%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
11%
% Black
14%
18%
% White
73%
61%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
5%
1%
Diversity Score
0.45
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
19%
21%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3095%
0.3095%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,900
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $11,250 is less than the state average of $11,533. The private state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$11,250
$11,533
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$26,206
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,916
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Softball, Volleyball
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- CRC is a private, four-year church affiliated, but autonomous, co-ed liberal arts college. CRC is located in Paragould, Arkansas, near the crest of Crowley's Ridge. The scenic campus covers 112 acres of rolling hills densely covered by pine trees. CRC was founded in 1964. For roughly its first decade, CRC operated under the same governing board as Crowley's Ridge Academy, a K-12 Christian academy established in 1953. In 1975, the two institutions legally separated and now operate under separate charters and boards. Crowley's Ridge College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association and has received the highest possible status regarding the institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Crowley's Ridge College cost?
Crowley's Ridge College's private state tuition is approximately $11,250.
What sports does Crowley's Ridge College offer?
Crowley's Ridge College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Crowley's Ridge College's ranking?
Crowley's Ridge College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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