Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Kansas City, Missouri |
| Online | rockhurst.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Kansas City, Missouri, Rockhurst University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 3,455 prospective students applied, and 2,303 were granted admission. Of those admitted 403 enrolled in the school. 2,166 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,460 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $39,500 plus fees of $980. Rockhurst is ranked 265 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Rockhurst is rated within the top 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Rockhurst University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#265 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#190 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Missouri
#86 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1083/1288 |
| ACT | 19/26 |
| GPA | 3.62 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 30, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Other Fees | $980 |
| Room and Board | $10,030 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,855 |
| Total One Year Cost | $57,365 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 31% |
| Business | 20% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179043 IPEDS survey data for Rockhurst University.
Current students may use the Rockhurst University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.