At a glance
Average net price
$16,053
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.4%
Admission rate
88%
Undergrad size
1,312
In-state tuition
$42,000
Out-of-state tuition
$42,000
Cost of attendance
$50,096
Median earnings (10y)
$52,773
Admissions
- SAT average
- 972
- ACT midpoint
- 20
- Retention
- 70.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (26%), humanities & arts (21%), social sciences (19%).
- STEM11%
- Health26%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts21%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services6%
- Health professions25.9%~340 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business16.2%~213 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Communication8.6%~113 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology7.1%~93 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~80 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science5.6%~73 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts5.6%~73 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~73 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education5.1%~67 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~67 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~60 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.5%~33 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.5%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.5%~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
31 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 77 | $56,390 | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 75 | $46,206 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 47 | $43,195 | $32,750 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 46 | $42,077 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 43 | $47,134 | $31,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 41 | $29,972 | $31,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 36 | $19,820 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 36 | $57,185 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Graduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 18 | $41,688 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 17 | $33,823 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Graduate certificate | 17 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Avila University
Avila University is a mid-sized institution located in Kansas City, Missouri, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,312 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Communication.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Avila University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,053 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $42,000 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $50,096 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 70.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,773 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Avila University confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Communication. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (26% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Avila University accepts 88% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 972. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.
Location & campus
Set in Kansas City, Missouri (city), Avila University draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Avila University
Q.How much does Avila University cost?
The average net price at Avila University is $16,053 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $50,096.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Avila University?
Avila University has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Avila University?
Avila University admits 88% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Avila University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Avila University graduate earns $52,773 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Avila University?
Published tuition is $42,000 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Avila University located?
Avila University is located in Kansas City, Missouri (ZIP 64145).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Avila University at their official website.