Parker University
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$21,622
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About Parker University
Parker University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Dallas, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 462, and admissions are selective. The university offers 11 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 76%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $21,622.
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- #4 Ranked in 2022 Best Online Colleges in Texas
- #7 Ranked in Most Affordable Online Colleges in Texas of 2022
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
Information not available
Retention Rate Insight
75% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
76% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores --
High school transcript --
High school rank --
Letter of recommendation --
High school GPA --
Open admission Yes
Completion of college prep program --
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) --
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Implied no
Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*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 Currently Unavailable
SAT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
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Students enrolled
72%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
52%
Hispanic
20%
Black
13%
Asian
6%
Unknown
4%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
54%
Socio-economic diversity
72% 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
19
Total Online Enrollment
1,225
Percent of Programs Online
31% On-campus
69% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 67% online
Associate 50% online
Bachelor's 91% online
Graduate Certificate Not offered
Master's 80% online
Doctorate Not offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $21,622 | $21,622 |
| Graduate | $12,870 | $12,870 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $800 |
| On-campus room and board | Currently unavailable |
| On-campus other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,018 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,710 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,710 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $22,422 | $22,422 |
| Off-campus without family | $37,150 | $37,150 |
| Off-campus with family | $26,132 | $26,132 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
72%
State Grant Aid
8%
Institution Grant Aid
67%
Pell Grant
72%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$10k
Average student debt after graduation
$40k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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