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Chances of getting into Rockhurst University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
67%
Admission Difficulty for Rockhurst University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Low 
How hard is it to get into Rockhurst and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at Rockhurst is 67%.  It ranks #20 in Missouri for lowest rate of acceptance. Rockhurst is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 2,303 out of 3,455 applicants were admitted.

The school has average admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 56 percent on standardized admission tests. Rockhurst University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.62. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Rockhurst University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.62 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1190 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Rockhurst University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 5% of students submitted SAT scores and 68% submitted ACT scores for admission for the 2021/2022 academic year..

Rockhurst SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
1083-1288
Applicants Submitting SAT 
5%
SAT Scores for Rockhurst University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 540
SAT Math 25th 543
SAT Composite 25th 1083
SAT Scores for Rockhurst University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 638
SAT Math 75th 650
SAT Composite 75th 1288
Average SAT Score 1190

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Rockhurst University?

Rockhurst University is a test optional school meaning applicants are not required to submit SAT scores with their application. The position on SAT scores from the school is "considered but not required".

Students who get into Rockhurst University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1083-1288.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Rockhurst University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1288 and Above Good >79%
1185 to 1288 Avg + 67%-79%
1083 to 1185 Avg - 52%-67%
981 to 1083 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 981 Low <36%
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Rockhurst ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
19-26 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
68%
ACT Scores for Rockhurst University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 19
ACT Math 25th 18
ACT Composite 25th 19
ACT Scores for Rockhurst University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 27
ACT Math 75th 26
ACT Composite 75th 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Rockhurst?

Rockhurst University is test optional. Students are not required to submit ACT scores with their application. The policy on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

Rockhurst regularly accepts students who score 19 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 56 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 19-26.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Rockhurst University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >81%
22 to 26 Avg + 67%-81%
19 to 22 Avg - 54%-67%
16 to 19 Reach 40%-54%
Less than 16 Low <40%
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Rockhurst GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.62
Typical High School Grades 
B+

What GPA do you need to get into Rockhurst University?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Rockhurst. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Rockhurst University was 3.62 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #11 in Missouri for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Rockhurst accepts 67% of students who apply.

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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

High School Class Rank

56% of Rockhurst University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Rockhurst University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 25%
Top 25% of class 56%
Top 50% of class 84%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

Rockhurst University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,291 1,164 3,455
Accepted 1,557 746 2,303
Acceptance Rate 68% 64% 67%
Enrolled 256 147 403
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 16% 20% 17%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Rockhurst University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Rockhurst University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Rockhurst University Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Rockhurst University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No
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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.

FAQs

Does Rockhurst University prefer SAT or ACT?

5% of students submit their SAT scores to Rockhurst. 68% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Rockhurst University?

67% of those who apply are granted admission to Rockhurst. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Rockhurst University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1083 and 1288. 5% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Rockhurst University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 26. 68% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.