PrivateSuburbanPark University
Parkville, Missouri 64152-3795
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Park University is a private institution in Parkville with particular strength in business and psychology.
A mid-sized campus of 5.3K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
30% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,309 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,529.
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Varsity Sports — Pirates
History & Fun Facts
- •History The school which was originally called Park College was founded in 1875 by John A.
- •There were 17 students in the first school year and in the first graduation class there were five women.
- •McAfee became the second president of Park until stepping down in 1913.
- •The first international student at Park University arrived in 1880 from Japan.
Source: Wikipedia
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
69.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
9.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,500
Programs (105)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
57%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
38
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MO state average + suburban adjustment