Parker University
Parker University is a private two-year college in Dallas, Texas, enrolling about 607 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. In-state tuition starts near $17,893 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $17,893
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,135 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 607 63.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 74.07%
Parker University: what the data shows
Common questions about Parker University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Parker University?
Parker University is located in Dallas, TX (ZIP 75229-5668).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Parker University public or private?
Parker University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Parker University cost?
Published tuition: $17,893.
Average net price after aid: $29,135.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $26,817 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $30,817 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $33,016 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $31,332 |
| $110,001+ | $34,084 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $71,572.
How big is Parker University?
Total enrollment: 607 students.
About 64% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Parker University?
150%-time completion rate: 74.07%.
First-year retention: 50.0%.
What do graduates of Parker University earn?
Median earnings: $44,181 six years after entry; $42,091 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,288.
50.00% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Parker University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (692 completions)
- CIP 510101 (351 completions)
- Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services (62 completions)
- CIP 260403 (61 completions)
- CIP 261501 (47 completions)
- CIP 310505 (39 completions)
- CIP 510911 (23 completions)
- CIP 513102 (23 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (14 completions)
- CIP 051091 (13 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Parker University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 74.07%; median earnings $42,091 at 10 years; net price $29,135. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$17,893
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Parker University was $17,893.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,135
2024 Value
In 2024 Parker University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,135.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$116,540 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,135 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$71,572 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Parker University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
50.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
65.28% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Parker University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Parker University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $15,230 | $15,230 | — |
| 2014 | $14,650 | $14,650 | $26,242 |
| 2015 | $15,052 | $15,052 | $25,675 |
| 2016 | $15,276 | $15,276 | $27,061 |
| 2017 | $15,564 | $15,564 | $26,356 |
| 2018 | $15,564 | $15,564 | $28,053 |
| 2019 | $15,564 | $15,564 | $22,244 |
| 2020 | $15,672 | $15,672 | $23,563 |
| 2021 | $15,718 | $15,718 | $10,873 |
| 2022 | $15,718 | $15,718 | $24,109 |
| 2023 | $17,457 | $17,457 | $25,491 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
63.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Parker University in 2024 is 607 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
50.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.00% 100% Completion Time
74.07% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.00% of students graduating from Parker University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Parker University.
Return on Investment
$12,288 Median Student Debt
$42,091 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
29.19% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
261.17% Return on Investment
2.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Parker University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 51.0101: 351 completions
Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services: 62 completions
CIP 26.0403: 61 completions
CIP 26.1501: 47 completions
CIP 31.0505: 39 completions
CIP 51.0911: 23 completions
CIP 51.3102: 23 completions
Health Professions and Related Programs: 14 completions
CIP 05.1091: 13 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 692 completions
Most popular programs at Parker University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Parker University graduates.
About
Parker University is a private non-profit institution located in Dallas, TX, offering 18 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 607 students. The institution maintains a 74.07% graduation rate. Approximately 50.00% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Dallas, TX 75229-5668
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Parker University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Parker University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $17,893 and average net price is $29,135 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Parker University earn?
Median earnings are $44,181 six years after entry and $42,091 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Parker University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 74.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Parker University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,288.
How big is Parker University?
Total enrollment is about 607 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Parker University public or private?
Parker University is a private nonprofit institution located in Dallas, TX.
Is Parker University an HBCU?
No. Parker University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Parker University a tribal college?
No. Parker University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Parker University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Parker University does not meet that proxy (reported share 17.8%).
Is Parker University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Parker University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.