AVILA PROFILE
Avila University is a Catholic, four-year, co-educational university offering liberal arts and professional programs. Conveniently located on fifty acres in suburban south Kansas City, Missouri, Avila 's "Heart of America" location makes it accessible from anywhere in the country.
From its modest beginnings in 1916, Avila has become a flourishing, comprehensive university. We currently offer undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs through day, evening, and weekend classes.
Avila's commitment to excellence, to service of students and the community, to quality education of spirit, mind and body, and to growth of the "whole" person is deeply rooted in its Catholic heritage and in the lives and beliefs of the founding Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
A strong emphasis is placed on integrating the liberal arts into all programs so as to prepare students for a lifetime of personal fulfillment and career growth. Carefully planned courses in the humanities, arts, natural and social sciences are designed to develop each student's ability to think critically, analyze written material and write and speak effectively. At Avila, students acquire those skills necessary for success in a chosen career as well as preparation for graduate or professional studies.
Brief History
Avila was founded as The College of St. Teresa in 1916. In 1940 the college became a four-year institution and was awarded its first accreditation in 1946. The college moved to its present location in 1963 and became known as Avila College in honor of St. Teresa of Avila . Avila became a coeducational institution in 1969. In July 2002, Avila gained university status.
Accreditation
Avila University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, the Council on Social Work Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Missouri State Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and the Masters in Psychology Accreditation Council, also accredit our university programs. Avila University has professional approval of the Paralegal Program by the American Bar Association and of the nursing program by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
Avila Advantage (Adult Degree Program)
Avila Advantage is an adult degree-completion program offering a variety of bachelor and master degrees. Courses are structured in 8-week, 5-week, online, Saturdays, and weekend intensive formats . The Advantage program also offers customized on-site training to companies in a wide variety of areas.
