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Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Academics
gradeB
Value
gradeA minus
Diversity
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Campus
gradeB
Athletics
gradeB
Party Scene
gradeB+
Professors
gradeB minus
Location
gradeA
Dorms
gradeC
Campus Food
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Student Life
gradeA minus
Safety
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KANSAS CITY, MO 64110
About Rockhurst...
- Catholic
- Common App Accepted
- No Application Fee
- Private
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Some Online Degrees
Athletics Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletics Conference
Great Lakes Valley Conference
- Missouri
- Kansas City
From Rockhurst University
As part of the network of 27 Catholic, Jesuit colleges and universities in the U.S., Rockhurst University is focused on an education that is both academically rigorous and focused on development of the whole person — mind, body and soul. With more than 70 degree programs and a liberal arts core, Rockhurst offers more than a degree. A Rockhurst education prepares you to face any challenge and fosters a love of learning that will last throughout your life. Our graduates learn to use their education and their gifts to make the world a better place.
Rockhurst University Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
66%
SAT Range
No data available —
ACT Range
23-29
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Will You Get Into Rockhurst?
Test Scores and High School GPA for Rockhurst University
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Cost
Net Price
$22,994/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$32,842/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
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Academics
Professors
gradeB minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
10:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
96%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.27 responses
81%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.31 responses
74%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.31 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Nursing
252 Graduates
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies
65 Graduates
Business
54 Graduates
Biology
39 Graduates
Psychology
33 Graduates
Health Service Preparatory Studies
27 Graduates
Physics
19 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
13 Graduates
Spanish Language and Literature
13 Graduates
Political Science and Government
12 Graduates
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Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
2
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
2
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
28%
On Campus
67%
Online
5%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
1,623Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
922
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
35%
Varsity Athletes
27%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
20 responses
Hardworking
40%
Easy going
35%
Outgoing
10%
Serious
10%
Lazy
5%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
76%
Poll
57%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.35 responses
Poll
56%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.39 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
23 responses
Service-oriented
48%
Jesuit
35%
Classy
9%
Average
4%
Home away from home
4%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$50,800/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
77%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%
100%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.16 responses
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Rockhurst University Reviews
Rating 3.71 out of 5 426 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
I like how accepting the staff is, they are so helpful to get you going in the right direction. I enjoy the dorms but that is because I enjoy being around lots of people. Campus life is fun, and a club, fraternity/sorority is a must. Diversity is not bad and they are all-inclusive being a Jesuit school, we have many foreign exchange students who make the campus an even better experience.
- Sophom*ore
- a month ago
Rating 4 out of 5
Rockhurst is the perfect size school for smaller classes. My professors are funny, smart and helpful. The students are friendly and it’s easy to find people to hang out with. Rockhurst is CLASS!
- Freshman
- 4 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
My experience at Rockhurst University has been delightful. I enjoy being apart of the many clubs available here at RU, including PURPOSE. I am also apart of the soccer team, which has helped me find my friends for life! I would like to see change around the food options available here.
- Sophom*ore
- 6 months ago