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School Description

One reason. One journey. One future.  YOURS. Founded in 1875, we have a long history of educating students for success in the global marketplace.

With 42 campus centers nationwide, Park University offers extensive access to quality academic programs.

Complete your degree anytime, anywhere. Online. Park University’s degree programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Accelerated degree programs are offered at nationwide campus centers and at campuses in the Kansas City area through the School for Extended Learning. Learn more about our Military and Accelerated programs.

Park University’s Graduate School offers a variety of online masters degrees and certificate programs with a practical focus, high academic standards, and flexible, online course scheduling to meet the challenges faced by today’s professionals. In 2009, the Park University Graduate School was awarded as Best Online Graduate Schools by GetEducated.com.

In 2010, Parents&Colleges rated Park University as one of the Best Colleges. The Hispanic Outlook rated Park University a Top 100 College for Hispanic. In addition to these awards, Park University was named a 2010 Military Friendly School

Locations

Park University is located online, in 42 campus centers nationwide and the home center is in Parkville, Missouri – located ten minutes north of Kansas City, offering a vibrant and diverse community of learners.
Students interested in transferring into our accelerated degree programs at our campuses nationwide should refer to our Military &Accelerated programs admissions page for requirements.

8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO 64152

Majors

Park University’s Graduate school offers Masters Programs, Certificate Programs and Diploma Programs in Business Administration, Communication and Leadership, Education and Teaching, Healthcare Leadership, Music Performance, Pubic Affairs, Applied Music, Business and Government Leadership, Computer and Network Security, Disaster and Emergency Management, Music Performance and many more!

Honors/Special Programs

For Undergraduate students, University Degree with Honors Program features faculty highly motivated to work with you, the academically exceptional student. Class focus during the freshman year includes specially designed LE100 and EN106 courses that feature service, leadership, focus on the academic major and include guest speakers from the University as well as the greater community. In the third semester, sophomore students design a one-hour honors credit project in a GE course of their choice. Class focus during the remaining semesters features your self-designed exploration of a subject about which you feel passionate. You will interact with a faculty mentor of your choice who will help guide that exploration. Program students receive one-on-one attention designed to help them realize goals including contribution to local and global communities, internships, study abroad, graduate school, and careers. You will also participate in service learning, an important step to fulfilling leadership potential.

Program Students Enjoy:

  • Small classes devoted to reading, discussion, research skills, project completion, and service
  • Emphasis on analytical and critical thinking skills in a rigorous academic environment
  • Design of your own research project
  • Assistance in application for fellowships and graduate schools
  • Assistance in competition for prestigious scholarships, including Rhodes, Fulbright, and Truman
  • Financial support for study-abroad programs for qualified students
  • Internships
  • Service Learning
  • Research project immersion
  • Connection with community, both on and off campus

Study Abroad

The Park University’s Office of International Education and Study Abroad office works independently and in conjunction with Park University academic departments, International Student Services and the global community to assist students and faculty in becoming effective global citizens. We provide Park University students with the opportunity to experience first-hand the incomparable value of an international education.

View the many opportunities offered by our office for our students to become global citizens. From study abroad to People to People and Model United Nations to Coming to America—there is something for everyone.