Founded in 1916, Avila University is a private institution in Kansas City, Missouri, offering several undergraduate majors, minors, and concentrations across flexible formats including on-campus, online, hybrid, and low-residency study. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Avila’s undergraduate programs meet rigorous national standards, ensuring quality and recognition for students worldwide.

Avila’s low-residency model allows students to complete much of their coursework online while attending short, structured residencies across six U.S. locations, including the main campus in Kansas City as well as partner sites in Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, Boston, Springfield and Dallas. This flexible structure provides access to U.S. education while accommodating the needs of international students.

Built on a strong liberal arts foundation, Avila’s undergraduate curriculum combines classroom learning with practical experiences, internships, and research, helping students develop the skills to succeed in their chosen careers. The 50-acre Kansas City campus offers a welcoming suburban environment just minutes from the city’s cultural attractions and professional opportunities. Specialized program accreditations, including business programs accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) and the Bachelor of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), further reinforce the university’s commitment to career-ready education.