Kansas City, MO

Rockhurst University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Rockhurst University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Kansas City, MO.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Rockhurst University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

70% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,197 applied, 1,529 accepted, and 293 enrolled in Rockhurst.
121 men and 172 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $44,966 for undergraduate programs and $20,842 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.56% compared to last year at Rockhurst University.

Financial Aid

1,636 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $31,390.
For freshmen, 284 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $34,253.

Student Population

A total of 3,577 students enrolled Rockhurst in 2025.
By gender, 1,210 men and 2,367 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,303 undergraduate and 1,274 graduate students.

90 Major Programs

  • 9 programs through online
  • 16 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Rockhurst is 75%.
The retention rate is 79% for full-time and 79% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
79%
Students to Faculty Ratio
12 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 279 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Rockhurst and the average faculty salary is $72,347. The studetns to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.
There are 533 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $60,247.
Number of Faculties
279
Average Faculty Salary
$72,347
Number of Staffs
533
Average Staff Salary
$60,247

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries