PARK UNIVERSITY

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Park University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Parkville, MO). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

8700 Nw River Park Dr
Parkville, MO 64152-3795
Main Phone: (816) 741-2000
Web Site: www.park.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 4,583 (full-time equivalent) students. 94.3% of students attend full-time, while 5.7% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 66 male students and 93 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 41.5% of the student body, while females made up 58.5%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (21)%, Hispanic (14)%, Asian (2)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 71.7% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Building Trade And Construction

Building And Construction Management

Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Education

Engineering

Specialized Engineering

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

Nursing

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Law School And Legal

Law And Legal

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Transportation Vehicle And Equipment Operator

Air Transport

School Accreditation

Park University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Park University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Park University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Independent (for basketball).
Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference (for baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Weekend college
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates
On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 12,252
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 7,422
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 12,252

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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