Park University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Park University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Park University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Parkville, Missouri. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,376, and admissions are selective. The university offers 52 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 30%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $11,908.
Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
92%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
40%
Unknown
2%
Black
17%
Hispanic
21%
Two or more races
8%
Non-U.S. Citizen
8%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
45% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
82
Total Online Enrollment
6,125
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.92% online, 8% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
22% On-campus
78% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's63% online
Graduate Certificate93% online
Master's79% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,908 | $11,908 |
| Graduate | $7,942 | $7,942 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,978 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,200 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,500 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,500 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $26,086 | $26,086 |
| Off-campus without family | $26,086 | $29,808 |
| Off-campus with family | $18,608 | $18,608 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
45%
State Grant Aid
18%
Institution Grant Aid
72%
Pell Grant
45%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debtafter graduation
$42k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 15 | Psychology. | |||
| 16 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 17 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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