Rockhurst University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Kansas City, Missouri with 1,580 undergraduates. It admits 70% of applicants, costs an average of $24,702 a year after grants and graduates 72% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Rockhurst University acceptance rate and admissions
Rockhurst University admitted 70% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Rockhurst University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular decision | Jul 26, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jul 26, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Rockhurst University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Rockhurst University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $46,270 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,240 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $61,240 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $24,702 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $24,702 a year after grants and scholarships, $36,538 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Rockhurst University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Rockhurst University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 72% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $73,697 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 26% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Rockhurst University majors and what graduates earn
Rockhurst University awarded bachelor's degrees in 33 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($79,817).
All 33 majors at Rockhurst University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Rockhurst University
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 96 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 65 | $67,901 | $41,000 |
| Health administration | Master's | 36 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 35 | $112,250 | $41,000 |
| Data analytics | Master's | 29 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 24 | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 23 | $59,024 | $41,000 |
| Human resources | Master's | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 0 | $67,472 | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Rockhurst University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,580 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 63% women, 37% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Rockhurst University?
Rockhurst University admitted 70% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Rockhurst University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $46,270. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $24,702 a year in 2024-25.
Is Rockhurst University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Rockhurst University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Rockhurst University?
72% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Rockhurst University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $73,697 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.