Avila University

Avila University is a private Roman Catholic university located in Kansas City, Missouri. Founded in 1916 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, it was originally established as a women's college and became coeducational in 1969. The university is named after Saint Teresa of Avila and offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and adult degree programs rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts. The university is known for its small class sizes, personalized attention, and strong emphasis on service learning and leadership. It serves a close-knit student body and provides academic programs through several schools, including business, education, health sciences, and the arts and sciences. Avila's campus sits on a suburban tract in south Kansas City, offering a mix of academic, residential, and athletic facilities.