Donnelly College

Overview

Donnelly College is a private Catholic institution located in Kansas City, Kansas. Established in 1949, the college offers a small, intimate campus setting designed to facilitate personalized attention and small class sizes for its student body. Donnelly is recognized for its diverse and inclusive environment, with a significant portion of its student population coming from minority backgrounds. The college is recognized for its nursing and allied health programs, providing practical and career-focused education. While the college maintains a relatively open admissions policy, it seeks students committed to benefiting from its mission-driven approach to education. On-campus living is not currently offered, reflecting Donnelly's emphasis on serving local and commuter students. The architectural layout of the campus is functional, providing the necessary facilities to support its academic programs without significant stylistic flair. Donnelly College does not have an emphasis on intercollegiate athletics.

Donnelly College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  165 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 193 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $8,256 plus fees of $480.