Avila University

Avila University
Former names
College of St. Teresa (1916–1961)
Avila College (1961–2002)
MottoDeo adjuvante non timendum
Motto in English
With the help of God there is nothing to fear.
TypePrivate university
Established1916
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic (Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet)
PresidentJames Burkee
Students1,527 (2019) [1]
Location, ,
United States

38°54′45″N 94°35′29″W / 38.9126°N 94.5915°W / 38.9126; -94.5915
ColorsPurple, gold and black[2]
     
NicknameEagles
Sporting affiliations
NAIAKCAC
MascotDominic the Eagle
Websitewww.avila.edu

Avila University /ˈævɪlə/ is a private Roman Catholic university in Kansas City, Missouri. It is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and offers bachelor's degrees and master's degrees. Its 13 buildings are situated on a campus of 50 acres (20.2 ha) in Kansas City. The school enrolled 1,527 students in 2019.[1]

  1. ^ a b "Trends in Headcount Enrollment, 2013-2019". Missouri Department of Higher Education. Retrieved July 20, 2020.
  2. ^ "Avila University Athletics Quick Facts". June 13, 2015. Retrieved August 29, 2022.