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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Parkville, MO

Park University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MO. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$16,400

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

27.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$56,309

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Park University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Parkville, MO. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,400, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 27.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$65,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$26,309

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$197,490

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$460,580

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 27%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Park University is $21,685.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
45.7%
54.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
41.4%
Hispanic
23.4%
Black
17.9%
Two or more
7.4%
International
3.9%
Asian
2.9%
Unknown
1.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$16,400

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,719
$30k - $48k$13,687
$48k - $75k$15,902
$75k+$18,737

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,685
Pell Grant Recipients38.6%
Using Federal Loans31.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment48.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

57.5%

Success

27.3%

In-State Cost

$16,400

Age 25+ Students

61.2%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

2,701 students

Local City Insights

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