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Park University

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.

General Information

Contact Information
8700 NW River Park Dr, Parkville, MO 64152-3795
www.park.edu
admissions@park.edu
General Info:(816) 741-2000
Financial Aid:(816) 584-6290
Admissions:(800) 745-7275
Degrees Offered
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Type of Institution
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Certificates Offered
Less than one year certificate
Postbaccalaureate certificate

Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (smaller programs)
Special Learning Opportunities
ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance Learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/Evening college

Federal Aid
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Stafford Loan) or scholarships. Students will not be eligible for federal aid without completing the FAFSA Financial Aid Application.

Park University FAFSA School Code

Credit Accepted
Dual Credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
Student Population
13,246 (12,629 undergraduate)
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Undergraduate Student Age
27% under 25, 74% over 25
Campus Housing
Yes

Admissions Information

Undergraduate Application Fee (2006-2007)
Click here to apply online
$25
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS: FALL 2006
TOTALMENWOMEN
Number of applicants528216312
Percent admitted767676
Percent admitted who enrolled Full-time474647
Percent admitted who enrolled Part-time121
ADMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS
REQUIREDRECOMMENDED
Secondary school GPAX
Secondary school rankX
Secondary school recordX
Completion of college-preparatory programX
RecommendationsX
Admission test scores (SAT/ACT)X
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign language)X
TEST SCORES: FALL 2006 (ENROLLED FIRST-TIME STUDENTS)
STUDENTS SUBMITTING SCORESNUMBERPERCENT
SAT
ACT14173
TEST SCORES25TH PERCENTILE*75TH PERCENTILE**
SAT Critical Reading
SAT Math
ACT Composite1926
ACT English1926
ACT Math1926
* 25% of students scored at or below
** 25% of students scored above

Data applies to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students. Institutions are asked to report test scores only if they are required for admission.

Student Expenses

UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC YEAR PRICES
DETAILED EXPENSES 2006-2007 2005-2006 2004-2005
Tuition and fees
In-State $6,776 $6,412 $6,048
Out-of-State $6,776 $6,412 $6,048
Books and Supplies $1,200 $1,200 $1,200
Living Arrangement
On Campus
Room and Board $5,180 $5,180 $5,180
Other $2,745 $1,800 $1,800
Off Campus
Room and Board $6,300 $6,300 $6,300
Other $2,350 $1,800 $1,800
Off Campus with Family
Other $2,350 $1,800 $1,800
TOTAL EXPENSES 2006-2007 2005-2006 2004-2005
In-State
On Campus $15,901 $14,592 $13,778
Off Campus $16,626 $15,712 $15,348
Off Campus with Family $10,326 $9,412 $9,048
Out-Of-State
On Campus $15,901 $14,592 $13,778
Off Campus $16,626 $15,712 $15,348
Off Campus with Family $10,326 $9,412 $9,048
All student expenses data apply to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students.

Blog

Events (SouthtownStar)

Oct 10 2008

ART

NCC's Fanthorpe expected to miss start (The Naperville Sun)

Oct 10 2008

North Central quarterback Kyle Kniss will likely get the starting nod this Saturday when the undefeated Cardinals (4-0, 1-0) head to Chicago and face North Park University. Kriss will replace injured quarterback Aaron Fanthorpe.

SUMI INK CLUB, Sept 2, 2008 Chicago (North Park University)

Sep 4 2008

We held a lovely sumi session with Tim Lowly’s advanced painting class at North Park University on Tuesday afternoon. First ever sumi session preceeded by a full explanation of how sumi ink club works + slide lecture of past projects. We were excited to talk a bit about the recent and not so recent history of collaborative art and to share the work of some of our favorite artists: CoBrA,...

Meet PSaMP and OFTOT at Steelers Training Camp

Aug 5 2008

Where: Steelers Training Camp, St. Vincent College When: Sunday, August 10 Time: Practice starts at 2:55 P.M. As a Steelers fan who currently lives in New York City, I feel semi-disconnected from all I hold dear (Pittsburgh sports). Now, I moved in February, so it hasn't been that long, but I've only been to the area to see my younger brother at Point Park University. That's about to change.