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Parker University
Dallas, Texas · Private non-profit university
Address: 2540 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, TX 75229 · Phone: (972) 438-6932 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Parker University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Dallas, Texas offering massage therapy, radiology and sonography, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, the Council on Chiropractic Education, and SACS.
Median graduate debt is $12,288 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,091, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; this campus's completion rate and comparison to the state average of 63.5% are not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Parker University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $34,870 | $59,370 | $73,910 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 48 | $24,870 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 31 | $51,712 | $52,107 | $25,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 26 | $51,993 | not reported | $21,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $51,712 | $52,107 | $25,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Parker University is a private non-profit institution located in Dallas, Texas. It is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, the Council on Chiropractic Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs. The campus awards trade and career credentials most often in massage therapy, radiology and sonography, and medical assistant programs, along with medical billing and coding.
Federal data shows 122 trade-program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 607. The state average completion rate is 63.5%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $12,288, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,091. About 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This mix of programs, spanning shorter allied-health certificates like medical assistant and medical billing/coding to more extensive programs like massage therapy and radiology, may suit both recent graduates and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since figures can change year to year and this summary reflects only what is currently reported.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Parker University offers programs including massage therapy, radiology and sonography, medical assistant, and medical billing and coding. In total, 5 program families are reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Parker University is accredited, with recognition from the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, the Council on Chiropractic Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 50.0% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 63.5%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this school carry a median debt of $12,288, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $42,091, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Parker University is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status can affect institutional priorities and how tuition revenue is used, though it does not by itself guarantee lower cost or better outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (972) 438-6932 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?243823.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of allied-health programs from shorter certificates to more extensive credentials, which may suit career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Parker University at (972) 438-6932 or through its website, https://www.parker.edu/.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.