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The campus of Park University is in Parkville, Missouri, which is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Park University include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in business and management, therapy and counseling, and security and law enforcement.
Admission at Park University is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Park University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2005, the school had 13,253 students enrolled (5,822 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Park University are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Park University values student athletics, and belongs to the Independent Midwest Region and Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Park University, an entrepreneurial institution of learning, is to provide access to academic excellence which will prepare learners to think critically, communicate effectively and engage in lifelong learning while serving a global community."
More complete details are provided below.
Park University
8700 NW River Park Dr
Parkville, MO 64152-3795
General Phone: (816) 741-2000
Admissions Phone: (800) 745-7275
Financial Aid Phone: (816) 584-6290
http://www.park.edu
Park University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 1,631 | business management, human resources, MIS, accounting and management, financial management, marketing, business and related services, logistics, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 398 | social psychology, psychology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 230 | criminal justice and administration, fire services administration |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 122 | computer science, computer and info science |
| Education And Teaching | 90 | education, elementary school teaching, education courses, educational administration, teacher education, early childhood education, special ed |
| Family And Social Work | 43 | social service professions, public administration, human services |
| Liberal Arts | 38 | history, liberal arts and sciences, English, sociology, political science, economics, Spanish language |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 36 | registered nursing |
| Media | 23 | communication studies |
| Design | 13 | graphic design, interior design |
| Science | 11 | biology, chemistry, physics, biological and physical sciences |
| Engineering | 10 | various engineering courses |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Law | 5 | legal studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 5 | athletic trainer, nutrition sciences |
| Office And Administration | 4 | office management |
| Medical Adminstration | 4 | health care administration |
| Art Studies | 3 | art studies |
| Transportation | 2 | aviation operations |
| Construction Trades | 0 | building inspection and management |
Number of programs and degrees for Park University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,496 | 44 |
| Master's degree | 125 | 7 |
| Associate's degree | 53 | 9 |
In 2005, Park University had a total enrollment of 13,253 students (5,822 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 92% |
| Part-Time | 8% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 97% |
| Graduate | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 59% |
| Black | 22% |
| Hispanic | 15% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 70% |
| Kansas | 7% |
| Arkansas | 2% |
| Utah | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Park University offers campus housing for 225 of its 5,822 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Parkville, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 352 | 260 | 74% | 142 | 55% |
| Men | 134 | 99 | 74% | 54 | 55% |
| Women | 218 | 161 | 74% | 88 | 55% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 75% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 745-7275
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,412 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,412 |
| Room and board | $ 5,180 |
| Room charge | $ 2,062 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,118 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,800 |
Financial Aid:
Park University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 249800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (816) 584-6290
Park University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $69,180 | 3 | $61,960 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $57,009 | 6 | $52,399 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 10 | $65,698 | 10 | $57,167 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 5 | $56,828 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 14 | $46,436 | 16 | $48,020 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $42,751 | 12 | $40,039 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $46,957 | 28 | $44,599 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Independent Midwest Region |
| Baseball | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 96 | 81 | 177 |
| Basketball | 21 | 17 | 38 |
| Track | 15 | 16 | 31 |
| Baseball | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 32 | 48 | 80 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Business/Management
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Nutrition Sciences
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Fire Services Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Park University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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