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US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit4-year

Donnelly College

Kansas City, Kansas Β· City: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#494
Nationally
#4
In Kansas
$11,813
Annual Tuition
per year
349
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
56/100
Good
#494 nationally
#4 in Kansas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability74
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth46

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Donnelly College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Kansas City, Kansas. The college enrolls approximately 349 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $11,813, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $12,978 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$11,813/yr
Room & Board$600/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$12,953/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$11,813↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$12,978
$30,001 – $48,000$14,280
$48,001 – $75,000$15,612
$75,001 – $110,000$13,780
Student Body
349
Total Undergrads
75% F / 25% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 13%
Hispanic 34%
Black 41%
Asian 6%
Two or more 3%
Native / Other 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($11,813/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $600/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (349 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationKansas City, Kansas
SettingCity: Midsize
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$12,978
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#4
in Kansas out of 7+ colleges
#494
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.