Rockhurst University was founded in 1910 as Rockhurst College by the Society of Jesus and gained university status in 1999. Rooted in Jesuit tradition, it emphasizes the 'cura personalis' (care for the whole person) and a values-based liberal arts core. It is best known for its Helzberg School of Management, a strong health professions pipeline in occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, and speech-language pathology, and for consistently ranking among the top regional universities in the Midwest.
The campus sits in a residential area of Kansas City, Missouri, near the Country Club Plaza and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Students enjoy small class sizes, close faculty mentorship, and a heavy emphasis on service learning and community engagement. The student experience blends Division II athletics, active student organizations, and abundant internship opportunities in the Kansas City metro, with high job placement rates and strong professional graduate outcomes.
| Type | Private |
| Location | Kansas City, Missouri |
| Founded | 1910 |
| Total students | 2,800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 11:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 72% |
| Graduation rate | 68% |
| Average starting salary | $55,000 |
| In-state tuition | $42,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $42,000 |
| Room & board | $12,000 |
| Average financial aid | $32,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 99% |
| SAT range | 1030-1250 |
| ACT range | 21-27 |
| Average GPA | 3.70 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
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