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Private Nonprofit Graduate Good 61/100

Parker University

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Dallas, Texas

About Parker University

Parker University is a private nonprofit institution offering graduate degrees based in Dallas, Texas. It enrolls 607 students (a small, tight-knit student body), according to IPEDS 2023-24 data. Below you'll find verified data on admissions, cost, student outcomes, programs offered, and what graduates typically earn, all pulled from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS.

Official website: parker.edu

Acceptance: —
Graduation: 44.3%
Net Price: $29,135
Median Earnings (10yr): $42,091
Enrollment: 607
Student : Faculty: 7:1

Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Academic Calendar Trimester

How It Measures Up

US College Data scores each college on four pillars (outcomes, value, affordability, and selectivity) on a 0–100 scale, ranked within its peer group (4-Year Open / Online). Scores are calculated from verified College Scorecard and IPEDS data, not opinion or paid placement. Where data is missing, that pillar isn't scored.

Good

61/100

UCD Score · 4-Year Open / Online

Outcomes 70

Value 15

Affordability 39

Selectivity —

Admissions & Acceptance Rate

Admissions data is not yet reported for Parker University.

Acceptance Rate

—

SAT Range (25th–75th)

—

Not reported

ACT Range (25th–75th)

—

Not reported

Cost & Financial Aid

The real cost of attending Parker University isn't the sticker price. It's the net price,which is what most students actually pay after grants and scholarships. According to College Scorecard 2023-24 data, the average net price is $29,135 per year. That's in line with the typical net price for private nonprofit colleges nationally.

Average Net Price

$29,135

Per year, after typical aid

Receive Pell Grants

50%

Need-based federal aid

Receive Federal Loans

65%

Borrowing to attend

Full Cost Breakdown

Published cost of attendance, the sticker price before grants and scholarships. Most students underestimate room & board and other expenses.

Tuition & Fees: $17,893
Room & Board (off-campus): $13,056
Books & Supplies: $800
Other Expenses (off-campus): $11,578
Total Cost of Attendance: $42,167

Application fee: $50 (one-time, due at submission)

Net Price by Family Income

Aid is need-based, so net price varies by family income. Here's what each bracket typically pays after grants and scholarships.

Under $30,000

$26,817
$30,001 – $48,000

$30,817
$48,001 – $75,000

$33,016
$75,001 – $110,000

$31,332
Over $110,000

$34,084

Debt at Graduation

Cumulative federal-loan debt across the full borrowing distribution. The 10th and 90th percentiles bracket the typical range; the median sits in the middle.

$2,750

10% percentile

$4,750

25% percentile

$12,288

Median percentile

$12,500

75% percentile

$20,500

90% percentile

Median Debt by Student Type

Median federal-loan debt at graduation broken down by demographic. Each slice's size is proportional to the dollar amount that group typically borrows.

GroupDebtvs Median

Pell recipients $9,500 ↓ $2,788

No Pell $6,250 ↓ $6,038

Dependent students $6,250 ↓ $6,038

Independent students $9,500 ↓ $2,788

Female students $9,500 ↓ $2,788

Male students $9,500 ↓ $2,788

Worth knowing: Students who don't finish leave with a median debt of $5,500, less than completers ($12,288), but still a meaningful obligation without a degree in hand.

Graduation Rate & Retention

44% of full-time students who enrolled at Parker University graduate within six years, and 63% return for their second year, per IPEDS 2023-24 completion data.

6-Year Graduation Rate

44%

Of students who graduate within six years

First-Year Retention

63%

Returning for their second year

After Graduation: Earnings & Outcomes

According to College Scorecard 2023-24 data, students who entered Parker University earn a median of $42,091 ten years after first enrolling. That's close to the national median for U.S. colleges.

Median Earnings (10 yrs)

$42,091

Earning > $25K

67%

10 yrs after entry

Earnings Growth After Graduation

Median annual earnings 6, 8, and 10 years after students first enrolled.

Earnings by Demographic

Mean annual earnings 10 years after entry, segmented by demographic. Reveals gaps the headline median can't show.

Loan Repayment Progression

Share of completer-cohort borrowers paying down at least $1 of principal at the 1-, 3-, 5-, and 7-year mark. Climbing rates show graduates settling into careers and managing debt; flat or declining rates are a warning.

Climbing: graduates increasingly paying down debt ↑ 14.1 pts across 6 years

What this signals: Moderate. Only 57% of graduates are paying down principal seven years out.

Who Studies Here

Parker University is home to 607 students, a small, close-knit community. Some distinctive traits: 39% are first-generation college students.

Total Enrolled

607

Part-Time

36%

First-Generation

39%

Race & Ethnicity Breakdown

Undergraduate student body composition reported to the US Department of Education.

GroupShareStudents

Black 33.0% 200

White 27.5% 167

Hispanic 17.8% 108

Asian 4.1% 25

Other 3.1% 19

International 0.8% 5

Student Life & Campus Culture

Where students live, learn, and connect at Parker University. The campus setting, housing profile, and signals that shape day-to-day life here.

Setting

Large City Dallas, Texas

Housing

Commuter campus No on-campus housing

Adult Learners

70% of students are 25 or older

Athletics

NAIA athletic-conference member

Academic Calendar

Trimester scheduling structure

What You Can Study

Parker University offers a varied set of programs: 20 distinct programs across 7 majors. Below are its strongest majors, each with flagship programs and typical earnings. Open a major to explore it in depth, or browse the full program catalog.

10 Programs

Health

3 Programs

Biology

Neurobiology $62K ($41K–$89K)
Cell Biology $67K ($45K–$93K)
Physiology $62K ($42K–$84K)

1 Program

Recreation & Fitness

Kinesiology $55K ($39K–$73K)

2 Programs

Business

Business Administration $68K ($48K–$94K)
Business Administration $68K ($48K–$94K)

1 Program

Computer Science

Information Systems $92K ($64K–$128K)

2 Programs

Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts $53K ($36K–$73K)
Liberal Arts $53K ($36K–$73K)

View all majors View all programs

Faculty & Resources

The student-to-faculty ratio at Parker University is 7:1, low (small classes, more faculty contact).

Student : Faculty

7:1

Students per instructional faculty member

Endowment

$113M

Solid financial position

Avg Faculty Salary

$60,915

9-month equivalent across all ranks

Faculty by Rank

106 instructional faculty across 4 ranks. The rank mix shows how many senior faculty are teaching versus contingent or junior staff, with average salary equated to a 9-month contract.

Rank	Faculty Count	Share	Avg Salary
Full Professors	11	10%	$76,060
Associate Professors	18	17%	$64,147
Assistant Professors	61	58%	$58,826
Instructors	16	15%	$54,831

Pros & Cons of Parker University

A quick at-a-glance summary of how Parker University tends to stack up for prospective students,weighing its data, size, setting, and cost profile together.

PROS

Small classes (low student-faculty ratio)
Tight-knit, close community feel
Wide reach of need-based federal aid

CONS

Above-average net price
Fewer clubs, activities, and social options
Below-average completion rate
First-year retention is below typical
Most students take on federal loans

Best for: Based on the data, Parker University is a fit for students who thrive in small, close-knit environments.

Frequently Asked Questions about Parker University

Quick answers to the questions most students and parents ask. Every answer below is calculated from verified government data about Parker University.

How much does Parker University cost?

The average net price after aid at Parker University is $29,135 per year, this is what students typically pay after grants and scholarships are applied. Net price data: College Scorecard 2023-24.

Is Parker University worth it?

Moderate return on investment. Graduates earn a median of $42,091 ten years after entering, against an average net price of $29,135 per year. That's roughly 1.4x earnings-to-cost. Source: College Scorecard 2023-24.

What is Parker University known for?

Parker University is best known for its programs in Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Allied Health Diagnostic. These are the most popular fields by completed degrees, per IPEDS 2023-24 completion data.

What do Parker University graduates earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entering Parker University are $42,091, based on College Scorecard 2023-24 federal earnings data for Title IV recipients.

Is Parker University accredited?

Yes. Parker University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

How many students attend Parker University?

Parker University enrolls 607 students, per IPEDS 2023-24 fall enrollment data.

What is the graduation rate at Parker University?

Parker University graduates 44% of full-time students within six years, per IPEDS 2023-24 completion data.

Is Parker University a public or private college?

Parker University is a Private Nonprofit institution.

Where is Parker University located?

Parker University is located in Dallas, Texas.

What programs does Parker University offer?

Parker University offers 20 distinct programs. The most popular include Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Allied Health Diagnostic.

What is the student-to-faculty ratio at Parker University?

The student-to-faculty ratio at Parker University is 7:1, per IPEDS 2023-24 data.