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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Kansas City, MO

Rockhurst University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MO. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$43,420

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

69.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

76.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$67,102

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Rockhurst University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Kansas City, MO. With a competitive tuition profile of $43,420, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 76.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing553 – 638
20025th–75th percentile800
Math563 – 608
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

69.0%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$173,680

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$37,102

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$197,340

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$568,360

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Rockhurst University is $18,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.8%
37.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
61.6%
Hispanic
17.0%
Black
9.0%
Two or more
3.9%
Asian
3.6%
International
3.0%
Unknown
1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$43,420

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$18,557
$30k - $48k$20,467
$48k - $75k$20,581
$75k+$22,063

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$18,250
Pell Grant Recipients19.3%
Using Federal Loans33.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment74.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

84.2%

Success

76.3%

In-State Cost

$43,420

Age 25+ Students

9.0%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

749 students

Living In Kansas City

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$985

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$1,098

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,258

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Kansas City metropolitan area.