Collegiate Recovery
Collegiate Recovery Programs (CRPs) across the country provide support and resources to help students balance their recovery and education while still having an engaging college experience.
Scope
National Data
There are 183 colleges or universities in the U.S. with Collegiate Recovery Programs (CRPs). View a complete list.
A study conducted in 2016 on reasons for students joining a CRP found that:
- The peer support network was the most frequently cited reason for joining a CRP (56%), followed by nearly one-third (31%) of students joined the CRP because it offered a safe space on campus for recovery.
- 71% of CRP members said the CRP was “very important” to choosing their current institution.
- One-third reported they would not be in college currently if not for the recovery support on campus.
Missouri Data
There are currently several campuses in Missouri with Collegiate Recovery Programs (CRPs) who are part of the Missouri Alliance of Collegiate Recovery Organizations (MACRO).
The 2026 Missouri Assessment of College Health Behaviors (MACHB) indicates that statewide in the past year:
8.1% of students identify as someone who is in recovery from an alcohol or drug addiction or processing disorder (gambling addiction, etc).
18% of students report being aware of collegiate recovery programs on their campus.
59% of students believe alcohol prevention and/or services are part of the job of a college/campus staff.
Students practice the following recovery formats*:
12-step program (abstinence and non-Abstinence based)
15%
Professional Therapy or counseling-based
27%
Moderation management/Risk reduction
44%
Place of Worship
21%
Students feel the most comfortable receiving substance use related prevention from*:
Health Center staff
78%
WellNess/ Well-Being Departments or Offices
53%
Peers/Peer Educators
26%
Residence Life Staff
18%
Faculty
16%
*Data is from the 2026 MACHB survey. Some response options included “check all that apply”.