Study at Avila University

 

Why Avila?


HOME AWAY FROM HOME.

Going away to college is exciting. But, it can also be a little scary. No worries. At Avila, it'll take you 10 seconds to make friends. Your professors, other students, coaches, RA, advisor, and even Ron, our President, will make you feel welcome and answer your questions. You'll find it doesn't take long to make Avila your home. The friends you make at Avila will be your friends for life!


STRONG ACADEMICS.

At Avila, we receive a broad education that sets a strong life foundation. We are taught advanced critical thinking and communication skills, enabling us to compete in an ever-shrinking world. Avila degrees are highly respected in the community, and when we graduate, we'll know that we are prepared to take on any challenge.

DIVERSITY.

College is meant to be fun and at Avila, it's the people who make the difference. Not only will you find other students who share your same interests, but also students who will introduce you to new experiences. We have students from Japan, Africa, China, South America, the Middle East and a dozen other countries. We also have students from almost every state, bringing their regional differences with them. The diversity rate at Avila is among the highest for universities in the Kansas City area and we're proud of that mix. At Avila, your world will expand.

INDIVIDUAL ADVISOR.

Advisors are professors in your academic area and they meet with you every semester to plan your classes and make sure you are meeting the requirements of graduation. You get your own time to discuss options and ask questions. Your personal advisor is the best resource for networking, internships, and job searches. They can also write recommendation letters for you (because they actually know you, not just your social security number on a class roster).

Avila University was founded in 1916 as the Saint Teresa College for women. It became the College of Saint Teresa in 1941, and in 1963, the institute was shifted to a new location and renamed Avila University. It currently occupies a 50-acre campus in Kansas City, Missouri.

Avila University offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 30 fields of study. Master’s degrees in science, business administration and arts are also awarded to the students. The academic divisions of the university are:

• College of Humanities & Performing Arts
• School of Behavioral & Social Sciences
• School of Business
• School of Education
• School of Graduate Studies
• School of Nursing
• School of Science and Health
• School of Visual & Communication Arts

The athletics teams of Avila University are known as the Eagles. Students participate in sports like soccer, baseball, basketball, football, golf, softball and volleyball. The Eagles compete in the NAIA and the Heart of America Athletic Association.