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Park University

Parkville, MO·Private nonprofit·5,250 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students considering a private nonprofit institution in Missouri. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 5,250 students.

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5,250
Students
$15,529
Net Price
30%
Grad Rate
$50,800
Earnings
10 yr
$12,500
Debt

About This School

Park University is a private nonprofit institution located in Parkville, Missouri with approximately 5,250 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $15,529 per year. The graduation rate is 30%, and the typical graduate earns $50,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Park University is a private university in Parkville, Missouri, United States. It was founded in 1875. In the fall of 2025, Park had an enrollment of 4,949 students.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $15,529 average net price and low median debt of $12,500 make this one of the more affordable private university options, and graduates earning $50,800 after 10 years land reasonably well. However, a 30% graduation rate and 57% freshman retention rate are serious red flags — the majority of students who start here don't finish, which is worth understanding before enrolling.

Founded
1875
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing43%
Psychology14%
Computer Science8%
Health Professions4%
Social Sciences3%
Education2%
Visual & Performing Arts2%
Biological Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

George Kelly

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$16,400
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,400
Avg Net Price
$15,529
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$12,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
30%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
57%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White41%
Black18%
Hispanic/Latino23%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,250 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Park University

8700 NW River Park Dr

Parkville, MO 64152-3795

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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