Visit Park University in Parkville, missouri
Picture yourself as a Pirate. Whether you’re a freshman, a transfer or a prospective grad student, our information-packed personalized tours, open houses and weekend events are the best way to find out whether Park is right for you. RSVP for your visit today!
Virtual Campus Visits
Your virtual Campus Visit includes your opportunity to meet online 1:1 with a Parkville Campus Admissions Counselor. In this virtual setting, your admissions counselor will be able to get to know you and your goals better, answer your questions about what it’s like to be a Park University student, help you complete your Application for Admission, and complete a guided virtual tour with you of our Parkville Flagship Campus.
in-person campus visits
Schedule a one hour tour of our historic flagship campus in Parkville, Missouri led by one of our Park University student ambassadors. You’ll also have the opportunity to sit down with an admissions counselor to discuss our application process and the programs we offer.
Campus visits are available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 10:15 AM, 11:15 AM, 12:15 PM, 1:15 PM and 2:15 PM.
Please contact the Admissions Office with any questions.
Virtual Academic Faculty Visits
Your Virtual Academic Visit includes a meeting with a member of our Faculty in the major of your interest. In this virtual setting, you will get to know one of our talented faculty members and learn about Park University’s approach to the major of your interest. Be sure to bring your questions!
Select the program below and enter your contact information to request your Virtual Visit.
We look forward to connecting with you!
- College of Management
- School of Education
- Social Work
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences includes Art, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Geography
- School of Nursing
- Psychology, Social Psychology or Sociology
- History, Military History, Political Science and Interdisciplinary Studies
- Communication, Journalism and Public Relations
- English and Modern Languages
- Fitness and Wellness
Virtual Group Visits
Our Parkville Campus is excited to virtually connect with your high school students during our Virtual Group Visit experiences. Virtual Group Visits include the opportunity for your students to take a guided virtual tour of our historic campus in Parkville, MO, complete an online activity to help explore their top majors of interest, learn ways to afford their education and take advantage of our many services and student life experiences, and hear how to apply to Park University.
Student Services 101
Attend one or more of our Student Services 101 virtual sessions hosted by our Park University Student Services staff. Learn about our tutoring options, services for military connected students, what it’s like living in our dorms, study abroad and more. We have several sessions available throughout October, so sign up for all of them that interest you.
Understanding the Basics of Financial Aid – Thursday, October 1 at 5:30 PM
How are you going to pay for school? We will cover the FAFSA and how to apply, scholarship deadlines and finding other options and resources to help with college tuition.
Academic Success at Park – Monday, October 5 at 4:30 PM
This session will focus on telling prospective students about our services through the eyes of our tutors, mentors and students who participate in our services. It will also provide a brief overview of Disability Services and how to connect for additional questions.
Park Esports – Wednesday, October 7 at 7:00 PM
Are you interested in playing for the Park University Esports team? Maybe you are interested in volunteer opportunities for the team such as broadcasting/shoutcasting, content creating, team management, graphic design, etc. Either way, this is the session for you!
Military Connected Students and ROTC – Wednesday, October 14 at 3:30 PM
Learn about how the Warrior Center supports military-connected students and Park’s ROTC program! Ask questions about your VA educational benefits and get information on next steps.
Academic Success at Park – Monday, October 19 at 4:30 PM
This session will focus on telling prospective students about our services through the eyes of our tutors, mentors and students who participate in our services. It will also provide a brief overview of Disability Services and how to connect for additional questions.
Residence Life: The On-Campus Living Experience – Tuesday, October 20 at 6:30 PM
In this session, hear from Residence Life staff about what to expect from living on campus. We will cover the differences between Copley Quad and Chesnut hall, meal plan information, and community resources like Resident Assistants.
Networking + Developing a Personal Brand – Wednesday, October 21 at 2:00 PM
Building a network you can lean on before you actually need it can be crucial to your job or internship search. We chat about ways you can connect with people without that awkward networking event you didn’t even want to attend!
Find Your Path with Student Success – Thursday, October 22 at 5:00 PM
In Student Success, our goal is just that: your success! This session will help you understand the role of your Student Success Coach in your educational journey. We’ll also share ways to empower yourself in that journey and discuss all things advising.
Study Abroad – Friday, October 23 at 4:00 PM
In this session, students can learn how a study experience in another country could fit into their Park University degree plans. Students will learn about study abroad opportunities that last anywhere from two weeks to whole year, as well as how to plan for them.
Military Connected Students and ROTC – Wednesday, October 28 at 3:30 PM
Learn about how the Warrior Center supports military-connected students and Park’s ROTC program! Ask questions about your VA educational benefits and get information on next steps.
Park Esports – Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 PM
Are you interested in playing for the Park University Esports team? Maybe you are interested in volunteer opportunities for the team such as broadcasting/shoutcasting, content creating, team management, graphic design, etc. Either way, this is the session for you!
Navigating Your Major
These virtual group sessions hosted by our talented Park University faculty will give you an overview of the major and program you are interested in. Still deciding on a major? No problem, check out any of the sessions that interest you. See how studying and graduating from Park can help you reach your goals!
Nursing – Tuesday, November 3 at 5:30 PM CST
Please join the Nursing Department Chair in a tour of the nursing department, a visit from a Park nursing graduate, and a Q and A about all nursing has to offer at Park University!
So you might be interested in a Computer-Related major? – Saturday, November 7 at 10 AM CST
We’ll start with students introducing themselves. Next up will be a 10-15 minute slide show. Then we’ll open things up for questions.
Love literature, writing, and/or languages? Find out about the programs available in English and Modern Languages! – Saturday, November 7 at 11 AM CST
In this session, you’ll meet several dedicated faculty and engaged students from both the English program (English major and minor, Professional & Technical Writing minor) and the Modern Languages program (Spanish major and minor). We’ll talk about what our programs have to offer as well as related extracurricular opportunities, and leave plenty of time for questions or individual consultations.
Excellence in Teaching and Learning – It is a Teacher Thing! – Monday, November 9 at 5 PM CST
What is the art and science of teaching? Is your passion teaching and learning? At Park University, we have a hands-on teacher education program that is designed to make you a well prepared educator. Our teacher education program includes:
Elementary Education
Special Education
Art Education
Spanish Education
Middle School Education: Math, English, Science, and Social Studies
High School Education: Math, English, Social Studies, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth Science
We can’t wait to meet our future educators!
Communication, Journalism and Public Relations – Wednesday, November 11 at 3 PM
Our majors are designed to prepare students for success in professional fields and/or graduate study. Students learn to think, lead, innovate, evaluate and develop a deeper sense of what it means to be a citizen of the community and the world.
Psychology, Sociology, Social Psychology
Joins us to learn about our three majors: Psychology, Sociology, and Social Psychology and find out about what makes our programs unique. You will find out how our majors prepare you for future careers or graduate school and how our programs get you there. You will hear from a current student for an insider’s view.
Social Work: Preparing for Versatile Career Options – Saturday, November 14 at 11 AM CST
Social work is a versatile career that will prepare students for professional employment in a variety of fields. Find out how a degree in social work offers real-world employment right out of college.
College of Management: Preview a major in Business – Saturday, November 14 at 10 AM CST
In our one hour informational session, we’ll have faculty and staff from the College of Management available to answer your questions. Small breakout rooms within Zoom will be available for one on one consults if needed.
I don’t think I want to be a Cop, so what other careers are available in the Criminal Justice Field? – Saturday, November 21 at 10 AM CST
In this session you will learn about the topics you will learn in your Criminal Justice classes and the different career opportunities available in the filed of Criminal Justice.
Understanding the Past within Our Current Times: History, Political Science and Interdisciplinary Studies – Monday, November 30 at 3 PM CST
Full-time faculty in the Department of History, Political Science, and Interdisciplinary Studies will host an one-hour virtual meet-and-greet for prospective students. Faculty will introduce their respective programs and address questions related to those programs and Park University.
Registration Days
Our registration or Get On Board Days are designed for new admitted students who need to register for classes, apply for or finalize housing and financial aid, get a parking pass and more. This is your chance to get everything done before classes start. These events will be held virtually over Zoom until further notice.
Freshmen students starting classes in the fall semester, choose your day!
- Saturday, May 1, 2021
- Friday, May 21, 2021
- Friday, June 18, 2021
Registration for Get On Board Days will open in January 2021 and dates are subject to change.
Transfer students starting classes in the fall semester, choose your day!
- Tuesday, April 20, 2021
- Tuesday, May 13, 2021
- Thursday, June 9, 2021
Registration for Get On Board Days will open in January 2021 and dates are subject to change.
Students starting classes Spring 2021, choose your day!
- Tuesday, November 10, 2020
- Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Meet staff from Financial Aid, Academic Success, Career Development, Student Success and more as they give you an overview of their services and answer your questions. You will also learn how to get your Student ID card, parking pass and purchase a commuter meal plan.