2011 PARK MEN’S SOCCER
Founded
Founded in 1875 in Parkville, Mo., Park University has developed into a comprehensive, independent institution that is a national leader in higher education. In 2000, Park achieved university status and now serves more than 24,000 students annually at 40 campus centers in 21 states and online. Serving an ethnically diverse student population and non-traditional adult learners has, for many years, been central to Park’s educational mission. Even in its first year, Park University enrolled women students as well as men, something that was unusual at the time; and two of the original 17 students were Native Americans. Park was also an early integrator when it welcomed African-American students to live in Park’s residence halls in the 1950s.
Present
Providing such access has developed considerable diversity among the student population, with more than 650 international students from 110 countries, and a 42 percent student representation from racial, ethnic and cultural groups typically underrepresented in colleges and universities. The University has repeatedly been recognized as one of the top 100 American colleges/universities in the nation graduating Hispanic, African-American and American-Indian students. In addition, extracurricular activities and championship-caliber athletic programs complement Park’s outstanding scholastic programs. Park offers numerous degree programs online, and it maintains a long-standing relationship with the U.S. military for which it has been recognized as one of the largest providers of online undergraduate education to military learners worldwide. Park has received international recognition by Military Advanced Education magazine as one of its “Top 20 Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities,” citing Park’s “innovative academic degree programs steeped in excellence.”
Location
The flagship campus of Park University is located on a historic site in Parkville, Mo., situated on a bluff above the scenic Missouri River. The Parkville Campus is 10 minutes from downtown Kansas City, 15 minutes from Kansas City International Airport, and is part of the KCI Business Corridor. In addition, Park Distance Learning has established campus centers on military installations across the U.S. and online. Park’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies is located at our downtown Kansas City, Mo., Campus Center. Park also serves the Kansas City metropolitan area with campuses in Independence and Lexington, Mo. In addition to our military campus centers throughout the country, Park also has a campus in Austin, Texas.
Park University
Parkville Campus
Founded: 1875 Location: Parkville, Mo. Tuition: Our fiscal initiatives provide varying revenue streams which allow Park to maintain its tuition at approximately the same level as students attending state universities in Missouri (our tuition benchmark). First-time Freshmen: ACT is 22 with an average grade point average of 3.386. Student/Faculty Ratio: Undergraduate 12:1; Graduate 9:1. Diverse Population: Students represent all 50 states and the District of Columbia, as well as 110 foreign countries. Athletics: Park University is a member of the NAIA: Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Track and Field, Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball, Women’s Softball and Golf, and Men’s Baseball. Financial Aid: More than 85 percent of undergraduate students who qualify receive some form of financial aid. These include loans, grants and work-study positions. Special Programs and Facilities: Parkville Commercial Underground; Mabee Learning Center (academic underground, including the McAfee Memorial Library); limitless internship opportunities; Academic Support Center for tutoring, testing and writing labs; Career Development Center; Breckon Sports Center; state-of-the-art fitness facility; International Center for Music; Campanella Art Gallery; David Theater.
Accreditation
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Park University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The State of Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has officially approved the academic standards of Park University for teacher education. The Ellen Finley Earhart Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The Department of Athletic Training is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. The Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Vision Statement
Park University, a pioneering institution of higher learning since 1875, will provide leadership in quality, innovative education for a diversity of learners who will excel in their professional and personal service to the global community.
Mission Statement
Park alum Bob Kendrick has been hired as the
Park University provides access to a quality higher education experience that prepares a diverse com- President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum munity of learners to think critically, communicate effectively, demonstrate a global perspective, and located in the heart of the historic 18th and Vine engage in lifelong learning and service to others. district in Kansas City, Mo.
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