BISHOP STATE HITS RECORD ENROLLMENT

4,505 STUDENTS THIS FALL

(MOBILE, ALABAMA) September 29, 2025 – Bishop State Community College is celebrating its highest enrollment in two decades, with 4,505 students enrolled for Fall 2025 as of September 29, 2025. This represents a 12.6% increase over last year’s enrollment of 4,001 students and continues the college’s remarkable three consecutive years of double-digit growth that began in Fall 2022. 

Bishop State has now added more than 2,000 students since Fall 2021, representing an 81.7% enrollment increase over the last four years.

“This milestone is proof that our vision is working,” said Olivier Charles, President of Bishop State. “Our faculty, staff, and partners are doing the hard work every day to ensure Bishop State is a place where students not only enroll but thrive. Surpassing 4,500 students shows that our community believes in what we’re doing, and we’re excited to keep that momentum going.”

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Record-Breaking Dual Enrollment & Freshman Class

Bishop State’s Dual Enrollment Program has experienced explosive growth. It has more than tripled, up more than 200% since Fall 2021, with 1,741 high school students taking college courses this semester. This record-breaking participation reflects the College’s deepening partnerships with area school systems and its commitment to expanding early college opportunities.

The college has also enrolled 910 first-time freshmen, its strongest incoming class since Fall 2013. Continuing student enrollment stands at 1,066, the second-highest total since Fall 2020.

Student Success & Workforce Impact

While Fall 2025 retention data is still being compiled, Fall 2024 retention improved significantly from 54.65% to 59.73%, demonstrating the impact of Bishop State’s student success initiatives. Workforce Development programs also experienced growth, with enrollment increasing 7.5% from 2,371 students in AY 2023-24 to 2,549 in AY 2024-25.

“Enrollment growth isn’t just about numbers,” Charles added. “It’s about the lives we’re changing and the impact we’re having on the workforce and the community as a whole. Our record-breaking dual enrollment and strongest freshman class in over a decade tell us that students and families trust Bishop State to deliver a high-quality, affordable education that leads to great outcomes.”

With more than 40 certificate and degree programs, affordable tuition, and cutting-edge technology, Bishop State continues to position itself as the premier choice for students in Mobile and the surrounding region.

For more information about Bishop State Community College’s programs and enrollment opportunities, visit www.bishop.edu.

 

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