Park University
Private nonprofit four-year university in Parkville, MO that costs an average of $19,119 a year after financial aid and graduates 36% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$19,119
Acceptance rate
Open
Graduation rate
36%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$62,154
Private nonprofitLarge suburb4,555 undergraduates
Cost of Park University
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $28,780 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $18,000 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $9,994 |
| Books and supplies | $1,232 |
| Average net price after aid | $19,119 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $14,619 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $20,023 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $18,475 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $21,652 |
| $110,001+ | $21,282 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Get your own estimate with Park University's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | Open admission (everyone admitted) |
|---|
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 36% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 58% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $54,544 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $62,154 |
| Rank in Missouri (earnings) | 13th of 53 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $21,500 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $244 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 47% |
| Students with federal loans | 31% |
Majors and programs at Park University
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (42)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 59 | $80,816 | $19,550 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | 36 | $73,019 | — |
| Construction Management | 51 | $69,415 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 236 | $69,255 | $20,500 |
| Public Administration | 60 | $64,858 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 769 | $59,695 | $22,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 81 | $55,852 | $24,969 |
| Geography and Cartography | 56 | $55,394 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 64 | $54,950 | $21,812 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 122 | $53,915 | $20,450 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 212 | $53,198 | $25,000 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 121 | $50,293 | $18,394 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | 244 | $45,594 | $22,803 |
| Psychology | 123 | $39,133 | $22,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 70 | $36,989 | $24,091 |
| Biology | 33 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 4 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 7 | — | — |
| Computer Science | 1 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 2 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts | 42 | — | $22,500 |
| Economics | 1 | — | — |
| Education, Other | — | — | — |
| Engineering, Other | — | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 16 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 3 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 16 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 7 | — | — |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | 2 | — | — |
| History | 29 | — | — |
| International Business | 1 | — | — |
| Marketing | 34 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 6 | — | — |
| Music | 6 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 6 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 11 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | 6 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 5 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 4 | — | — |
| Social Work | 30 | — | $21,000 |
| Sociology | 14 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 52 | — | $18,281 |
Certificate programs (16)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | — | — | — |
| Air Transportation | 6 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 16 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 17 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 4 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 5 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 4 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 2 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography | 8 | — | — |
| History | — | — | — |
| Homeland Security | 44 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 21 | — | — |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies | 13 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 1 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 5 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology | — | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (7)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 126 | $54,757 | $15,700 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | 32 | $36,950 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services | 16 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 17 | — | — |
| Construction Management | 25 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 40 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 5 | — | — |
Post-baccalaureate certificate programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Organization and Advocacy | — | — | — |
Master's degree programs (14)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | 142 | $85,568 | $37,115 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 358 | $71,048 | $39,118 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 88 | $70,080 | $41,000 |
| Public Administration | 79 | $69,090 | $47,975 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 55 | $56,548 | $39,624 |
| Social Work | 37 | $56,288 | $37,955 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | 40 | $50,145 | $35,617 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 24 | $49,107 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 19 | — | — |
| Education | — | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | 7 | — | — |
| Music | 2 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 28 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 21 | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (14)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human Resources Management and Services | 48 | $57,676 | $33,603 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 2 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 14 | — | — |
| Community Organization and Advocacy | 4 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 5 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 2 | — | — |
| Data Analytics | 4 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 4 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 11 | — | — |
| Homeland Security | 7 | — | — |
| Marketing | 1 | — | — |
| Music | 8 | — | — |
| Public Health | 7 | — | — |
| Public Policy Analysis | 3 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Missouri
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindenwood University | Saint Charles | $21,443 | 57% | $58,321 |
| Columbia College | Columbia | $25,982 | — | $48,161 |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis | Saint Louis | $20,199 | 95% | $67,386 |
| Saint Louis University | Saint Louis | $29,674 | 75% | $75,998 |
| Washington University in St Louis | St. Louis | $13,360 | 12% | $91,497 |
| Webster University | Saint Louis | $26,955 | 86% | $56,096 |
| Rockhurst University | Kansas City | $24,702 | 70% | $73,697 |
| Missouri Baptist University | Saint Louis | $27,032 | 69% | $49,360 |
About Park University
| Type | Private nonprofit four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Parkville, MO |
| Setting | Large suburb |
| Undergraduates | 4,555 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 13 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Higher Learning Commission |
| Website | park.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Park University cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $28,780 a year (tuition and fees: $18,000). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $19,119 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $14,619.
How much do Park University graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $62,154 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 13th of 53 similar colleges in Missouri. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($80,816 a year after graduation).
What is Park University's graduation rate?
36% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 58% of first-year students return for a second year.