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Park University was established in 1875. The main building is on the national register of historic places. It is a private institution offering higher education. There are over 40 campuses in more than 20 U.S. states that include three campuses in the Kansas City area and one campus center in Austin, Texas. The university consists of an 800 acre home campus and can accommodate more than 1,000 students.
Park University’s women’s soccer team finished as a runner up in the 1994 National Championship. The sports team’s official colors are canary and wine, and its nickname the Pirates.
The campus of Park University is in Parkville, MO, 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. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 470. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 550 and 630.
Park University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, the school had 13,259 students enrolled (9,798 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Park University are 40 years old or older.
The school 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
http://www.park.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 1,551 | business management, human resources, MIS, accounting and management, marketing, financial management, logistics, accounting, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 484 | social psychology, psychology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 277 | criminal justice and administration, fire services administration |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 90 | computer science, information science, computer and info science |
| Family and Social Work | 88 | public administration, social work, social service professions, community organization, human services |
| Education and Teaching | 85 | education, elementary school teaching, education courses, early childhood education, teacher education, art education, educational administration, special ed |
| Medical Administration | 63 | health care facilities management, medical records admin, health care administration |
| Media | 45 | communication studies, media studies |
| Liberal Arts | 38 | liberal arts and sciences, history, English, sociology, geography, economics, Spanish language, political science, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 38 | registered nursing |
| Design | 20 | interior design, graphic design |
| Science | 12 | biology, chemistry, biological and physical sciences, physics |
| Music | 7 | music performance |
| Engineering | 7 | various engineering courses |
| Fine Arts | 6 | fine arts |
| Transportation | 3 | aviation operations |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 3 | athletic trainer, nutrition sciences |
| Law | 2 | legal studies |
| Construction Trades | 2 | building inspection and management |
| Art Studies | 0 | art studies |
| Office and Administration | 0 | office management |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics and computer science, mathematics |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 0 | agricultural management |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 0 | acting, drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Park University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,554 | 55 |
| Master's degree | 198 | 11 |
| Associate's degree | 63 | 14 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 6 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Park University had a total enrollment of 13,259 students (9,798 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 96% |
| Graduate | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 57% |
| Black | 21% |
| Hispanic | 16% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 18% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 60% |
| (International Students) | 25% |
| Kansas | 8% |
| California | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Park University offers campus housing for 496 of its 9,798 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Parkville, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 627 | 492 | 78% | 262 | 53% |
| Men | 238 | 187 | 79% | 100 | 53% |
| Women | 389 | 305 | 78% | 162 | 53% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 720 |
| SAT Math | 550 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 26 |
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) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 3% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 65% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,674 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,674 |
| Room and board | $ 6,330 |
| Room charge | $ 3,020 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,310 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Park University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 249800)
Park University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 22 | 10 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 22 | 24 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 26 | 25 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $75,684 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 5 | $67,221 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $79,470 | 7 | $69,711 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 10 | $75,108 | 5 | $67,027 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 22 | $66,426 | 15 | $61,635 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 29 | $53,570 | 31 | $52,839 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $39,851 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 64 | $60,712 | 52 | $56,456 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Independent Midwest Region |
| Baseball | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 99 | 80 | 179 |
| Basketball | 20 | 19 | 39 |
| Track | 16 | 16 | 32 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| All Other Sports | 40 | 45 | 85 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
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
Information Science/Studies
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
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
Community Organization and Advocacy
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Geography
Geography, Other
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication and Media Studies, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
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% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % 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% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in medical administration (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
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 services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad 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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