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Crowley's Ridge College

Paragould, Arkansas 72450

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Crowley's Ridge College is a private rural institution in Paragould, Arkansas. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 162 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

26% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,533 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,236.

Established
1964
Type
Private college
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division I

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—SAT Avg
162Students
9:1Student:Faculty
26%Grad Rate
$39,533Earnings 10yr
$17,236Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Crowley's Ridge College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$16,440
Room & Board$7,900
Books & Supplies$800
Total Cost of Attendance$25,817
Average Net Price$17,236
Median Debt at Graduation$26,228
Monthly Payment (10yr)$278

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,388
$30–48K$15,291
$48–75K$18,265
$75–110K$17,590
$110K+$20,942

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,918

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (12)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

71%

Negative
  • •71% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
162
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
48%

Race & Ethnicity

White 80%
Black 18%
Hispanic 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate26.1%
Freshman Retention71.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$33,362
10 Years$39,533

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MEM Memphis78 mi
STL St Louis186 mi
BNA Nashville218 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1129 mi · ~32h 37m drive
New York, NY952 mi · ~27h 30m drive
Hartford, CT1038 mi · ~29h 59m drive
Providence, RI1101 mi · ~31h 48m drive
Albany, NY1005 mi · ~29h 2m drive
Syracuse, NY906 mi · ~26h 10m drive
Rochester, NY845 mi · ~24h 25m drive
Buffalo, NY781 mi · ~22h 34m drive
Philadelphia, PA880 mi · ~25h 25m drive
Pittsburgh, PA649 mi · ~18h 45m drive
Harrisburg, PA798 mi · ~23h 3m drive
Newark, NJ944 mi · ~27h 16m drive
Washington, DC767 mi · ~22h 9m drive
Baltimore, MD795 mi · ~22h 58m drive
Atlanta, GA386 mi · ~11h 9m drive
Charlotte, NC550 mi · ~15h 53m drive
Raleigh, NC668 mi · ~19h 18m drive
Miami, FL940 mi · ~27h 9m drive
Orlando, FL747 mi · ~21h 35m drive
Tampa, FL735 mi · ~21h 14m drive
Nashville, TN212 mi · ~6h 7m drive
New Orleans, LA423 mi · ~12h 13m drive
Richmond, VA734 mi · ~21h 12m drive
Chicago, IL432 mi · ~12h 29m drive
Detroit, MI591 mi · ~17h 4m drive
Minneapolis, MN632 mi · ~18h 15m drive
St. Louis, MO178 mi · ~5h 9m drive
Kansas City, MO303 mi · ~8h 45m drive
Indianapolis, IN352 mi · ~10h 10m drive
Columbus, OH493 mi · ~14h 15m drive
Cleveland, OH608 mi · ~17h 34m drive
Milwaukee, WI502 mi · ~14h 30m drive
Dallas, TX421 mi · ~12h 10m drive
Houston, TX516 mi · ~14h 54m drive
Austin, TX576 mi · ~16h 38m drive
San Antonio, TX649 mi · ~18h 45m drive
Los Angeles, CA1565 mi · ~45h 13m drive
San Francisco, CA1754 mi · ~50h 40m drive
San Diego, CA1528 mi · ~44h 9m drive
Seattle, WA1802 mi · ~52h 3m drive
Portland, OR1787 mi · ~51h 37m drive
Denver, CO824 mi · ~23h 48m drive
Phoenix, AZ1231 mi · ~35h 34m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1195 mi · ~34h 31m drive
Honolulu, HI4123 mi · ~119h 7m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Memphis (MEM)78 miles
Rental car
117 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
156 min$94-156
St Louis (STL)186 miles
Rental car
279 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
372 min$223-372

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