General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Avila University prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Avila University

23 S. Spring Ave., Saint Louis, MO

Avila University is a nonprofit private institution that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Kansas City, MO, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Avila University is nearly 1,900 annually.

Areas of study available at Avila University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Avila University. Scores within the range of 20 to 25 on the ACT or 840 to 1120 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of acceptance. This school has an admissions rate of around 53 percent of which only 22 percent chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $25,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,600 annually. This school may provide financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Avila University is the "Eagles", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to view more about this school can take a look at their website at http://www.avila.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• St. Louis, MO-IL
  • Average Annual Salary: $70370

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).