(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College is excited to announce a significant increase in students attending this fall. There are 4,337 students enrolled in 39,795 credit hours for the fall 2025 semester. This is an increase of 7.9% in credit hours and 9.6% in headcount. Enrollment this year is comparable to where it was in 2019.
“The exceptional work of Crowder College’s staff and faculty is paying off through our enrollment increases. We have been working hard to align our programs of study with the needs of our area workforce and transfer opportunities with four-year universities,” stated Chett Daniel, Crowder College President.
Enrollment growth is coming from many different areas with significant increases in transfer courses, concurrent enrollment, skilled trades, and career and technical education programs.
Crowder College continues to provide short-term, flexible programs that build pathways to in-demand careers. Crowder College provides over 80 programs that allow students to enter the workforce with a certificate in as little as one semester or earn a credential or transfer to a four-year university. Crowder offers traditional in-person as well as online courses to accommodate work-life balance. While Crowder College serves the nine-county region in southwest Missouri, many students come from across state lines to enroll.
“We feel value and relevance are the key factors that are impacting enrollment increases. Whether it is the value for high school students in significantly discounted tuition for concurrent enrollment, or career and transfer opportunities, we are seeing programs grow as we partner with transfer universities and employers to prepare for the rapidly changing work environment,” commented Daniel. He concluded with, “Our faculty and staff are working together to find ways to meet students’ needs. Our smaller classes, lower tuition costs, and a clear return on investment are exactly what students are looking for in a rapidly changing economy.”
About Crowder College:
Crowder College was established in April 1963, as the voters of Newton and McDonald counties passed the issue to create a community college (formerly junior college) on the land formerly known as Camp Crowder. Today, the college provides services to a nine-county service region in southwest Missouri with locations in Neosho, Cassville, Joplin, McDonald County, Nevada, and Webb City. The student population exists from within the four-state region, and around the globe. With over 80 degree and program options, the college is a great place to train for a career or transfer to a university.
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