C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
54/100 · earnings-weighted

Avila University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Kansas City, Missouri 64145
Avila University campus, Kansas City, MO
Avila University campus, Kansas City, MO. Photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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: 43%
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
F
20/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,733
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
60%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Avila University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$52,773
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$48,975
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
52.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
972
Average SAT
20
Median ACT
56.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 47% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 55th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MO wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Avila University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business/Commerce$47,530$83,385+22%#28 of 271#17$27,250
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$67,179$74,562-16%#892 of 966#835$24,987
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$55,605$68,865-3%#125 of 253#118$26,000
Psychology$36,957$50,905+0%#465 of 1027#247$26,000
Communication and Media Studies$33,905$48,148-15%#503 of 660#417$25,875

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Avila University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $424,238
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,458/mo — vs ~$525/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 64137 (5.9% cap, Kansas City)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $38,762 $38,762
Room $4,725
Board $4,340
Total Cost (On-Campus) $52,337 $52,337

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
49%
Receive Pell Grants
71%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Counseling Psychology 32 grads/yr Psychology, General 25 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 20 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 18 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 17 grads/yr Operations Management and Supervision 16 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 16 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 12 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 11 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 11 grads/yr Industrial and Organizational Psychology 11 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 11 grads/yr General Studies 11 grads/yr Social Work 9 grads/yr Accounting 8 grads/yr Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General 7 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies 7 grads/yr Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management 7 grads/yr Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Avila University's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr 76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs
Counselors, all other
$50k/yr 69,100 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr 5,600 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Student Demographics

1,733
Total Students
61%
Women
82%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 15%
Black 24%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 12%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 23%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 82%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Avila University?
Avila University has an acceptance rate of 60%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Avila University?
Tuition at Avila University is $38,762 for in-state students and $38,762 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Avila University?
The graduation rate at Avila University is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Avila University a good school?
Avila University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Avila University?
Avila University has a total enrollment of 1,733 students. Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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