Parker University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Trimester

Student body size	Small
Student to faculty ratio	9 to 1
Students retention rate	83%
On-time graduation rate	73%

Located in Dallas, Texas, Parker University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college follows a trimester-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into three terms. This system offers students the opportunity to progress at an accelerated pace, allowing for more intensive coursework and faster programs completion.

One of the notable aspects of Parker University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Parker University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 9-to-1, Parker University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Parker University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 83% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 68% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
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In-State Tuition & Fees

$15,718

Cost of attendance at Parker University in 2022 for students from Texas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average	$7,907
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$15,718

Cost of attendance at Parker University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average	$17,011
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 97 of freshman students at Parker University received on average $11,778 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$11,778

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	24	69%	$5,959	$143,024
Other Federal Grant	24	69%	$7,043	$169,024
State Grant/Scholarships	6	17%	$3,563	$21,375
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	27	77%	$7,779	$210,037
Total Grant & Scholarships	34	97%	$11,778	$400,436

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Parker University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Parker University students is 73.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 73.1%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 73.3%.

73.2%

asian 100.0% 5 students
African American 54.6% 6 students
white 70.0% 7 students
unknown 100.0% 3 students
hispanic 77.8% 7 students
Mixed Race 100.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

Parker University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Parker University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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