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- Don’t let the FAFSA keep you from Enrolling Early-ACT NOW and get the information you need when you need it. The FAFSA can be overwhelming, no doubt. And, it can feel like a lot is riding on it. Plus, on top of the already confusing process, this year,…
- Avila Welcomes the Largest Incoming Class in Institutional History Avila University enrolled the largest incoming class in institutional history this fall. “We are already ahead of the traditional undergraduate enrollment pace from last year by nearly 200 students – that’s a 70% increase year over year,” said Josh Parisse,…
- $13.7 million scholarship commitment provides a low-cost pathway to a bachelor’s degree from Avila University for Metropolitan Community College students.The agreement also makes Avila the most transfer-friendly university for MCC students. Metropolitan Community College and Avila University leaders signed a six-year, $13.7 million scholarship agreement today, creating high-quality, low-cost pathways to obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree. The brief…
- U.S. News & World Report Names Avila University a Top Performer on Social MobilityAfter assessing an all-time high of 1,500 U.S. bachelor’s degree-granting institutions on 17 measures of academic quality, U.S. News & World Report has named Avila University #51 in Top Performers on Social Mobility for Midwest regional institutions in the 2022-2023…
- $130 Million Scholarship Agreement Between Avila University, KC Scholars to Benefit Up to 800 StudentsKANSAS CITY — On Thursday, Sept. 8, Avila University and KC Scholars announced a new scholarship partnership that will benefit up to 800 low-to-modest income students in the Kansas City area. Beginning with the 2023-2024 academic year through 2031-2032, Avila…
- Q&A: Samantha Collins MA.Ed, ’19 and 2020 Kansas Horizon Award WinnerSamantha Collins, MA.Ed is a 2019 graduate of Avila University’s School of Education. A career-changer, Collins went through Avila’s initial teaching certification program before continuing on to earn her Master’s degree. “When I decided to make a switch to be an…
Stories You’ll Find Interesting
- A Student’s Journey: An interview with Jade Alfieri SobralTell us a little bit about your decision to come to Avila. When I decided to pursue my MBA in the U.S., I knew it…
- Musings from Dr. J. on Black History MonthAuthored by: J. Anthony Snorgrass, PhD, Professor of Communications and the Director, Center for Truth, Racial Healing & Social Justice This week marked the beginning…
- Avila University Offers New Access Award to help eliminate financial barriers to collegeKansas City, MO – (December 9, 2024) – In response to ongoing financial pressures faced by students who hope to earn a college degree, Avila University…
- Jean Buchanan Hall, Avila University’s Newly Renamed and Renovated Student Residence,Honors Beloved Alum, Generous Donor and Longtime Peace and Nonviolence AdvocateBuchanan Hall will accommodate recent growth, serve as home for Buchanan Initiative for Peace and Nonviolence Sept. 26, 2024 – KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Avila…
- Avila University, North Kansas City Hospital/Meritas HealthPartner to Expand Access to Critical Nursing ProgramsKANSAS CITY, Mo. – August 7, 2024 – Today, Avila University and North Kansas City Hospital/Meritas Health (NKCH/MH) announced a new partnership to provide expanded…