C
Average
Score: 52/100

Donnelly College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Kansas City, Kansas 66102
🌐 www.donnelly.edu/
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
C+
58/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C+
61/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Quick Stats

349
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
76%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Donnelly College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $158,332
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,219/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 66101 (7.8% cap, Kansas City)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,813 $11,813

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
59%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

349
Total Students
75%
Women
42%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%
Hispanic 34%
Black 41%
Asian 6%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 89%
Hybrid (Some Online) 8%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 42%
25-64 (Adult) 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Donnelly College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Donnelly College?
Tuition at Donnelly College is $11,813 for in-state students and $11,813 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Donnelly College?
The graduation rate at Donnelly College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Donnelly College a good school?
Donnelly College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Donnelly College?
Donnelly College has a total enrollment of 349 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology