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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Paragould, AR

Crowley's Ridge College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AR. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$16,440

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

28.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$39,533

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Crowley's Ridge College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Paragould, AR. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,440, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$65,760

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$9,533

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$29,570

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$124,900

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 29%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Crowley's Ridge College is $26,228.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
50.6%
49.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
79.6%
Black
17.9%
Hispanic
1.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
Asian
0.0%
International
0.0%
Two or more
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$16,440

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$15,388
$30k - $48k$15,291
$48k - $75k$18,265
$75k+$17,590

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,228
Pell Grant Recipients48.0%
Using Federal Loans64.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment52.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$8,281
Pell Grant Recipients50.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

71.1%

Success

28.8%

In-State Cost

$16,440

Age 25+ Students

3.6%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

93 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Paragould (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Paragould (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.