Admissions

ADMISSIONS

Success starts here.

A Rockhurst University education is an education for life.

EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS

Admission to Rockhurst ignites a lifelong love of learning.

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Take the next steps and submit your application, visit our beautiful Kansas City, Missouri, campus or simply learn more about Rockhurst life after acceptance, enrollment and beyond!

Claire Webster sits near the St. Ignatius statue

Rockhurst encourages me and makes me feel valued and that I am, no mistake, becoming who I’m supposed to be.

– Claire Webster | Nonprofit Leadership ‘19

SUCCESS AHEAD

At Rockhurst University, we strive for excellence in and outside the classroom through learning, leadership and service.

98 % of alumni report being employed or accepted into grad school within 6 months of graduation.

70 + academic programs offer breadth and depth to feed your interests!

23 % RU graduates earn 23% higher median salaries than their peers.

We offer financial support to all of our students, making a Rockhurst education accessible and affordable.

Tuition & Financial Aid

$ 30 Million Awarded

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Commitment to Service

At Rockhurst, we consider it our mission to empower students to use their unique gifts and talents for the promotion of equality, inclusivity and social justice.

Get involved in a Rockhurst service-immersion trip to U.S. or international locations

As one of 27 Jesuit colleges or universities in the U.S., RU emphasizes education of the whole person

Rockhurst students spend 30,000+ hours in service each year in our community and beyond

Upcoming Undergraduate Events

CSD hearing examination
December 14, 2023 - 7:00pm
Virtual
CSD faculty and current students will be online to discuss the benefits of the CSD program at Rockhurst University. Register here
Physician Assistant talking to Doctor
January 4, 2024 - 5:00pm
The Lodge • Des Peres, Missouri
Are you considering a career in the medical field? Whether you are interested in optometry, pharmacy, or physician assistant program, we encourage students to learn about Rockhurst's comprehensive programs. Come learn what you can do...

Upcoming Graduate Events

Holiday Virtual Open House
December 5, 2023 - 7:30pm
Live Open House via Zoom
Helzberg School of Management Virtual Open House for MBA, MS in Data Analytics and MA in Organizational Leadership Learn more about Rockhurst University’s Graduate Business Programs in the Helzberg School of Management. This virtual open...
OT immersed serviced experience
December 13, 2023 - 7:00pm
Virtual
OT faculty and current students will be online to discuss the benefits of the OTD program at Rockhurst University. Register here
People conversing
December 14, 2023 - 5:30pm
Sedgwick Hall, 103A
Calling all educators! Come learn with the School of Education at the Technology and Networking Night. We will lead with a demonstration and technology in the classroom talk with Dr. Sarah Hicks, Chair of the...
CSD hearing examination
December 14, 2023 - 7:00pm
Virtual
CSD faculty and current students will be online to discuss the benefits of the CSD program at Rockhurst University. Register here
January 9, 2024 - 7:00pm
Live Open House via Zoom
Learn more about Rockhurst University’s Graduate Business Programs in the Helzberg School of Management. This virtual open house will include an overview of our MBA, MS in Data Analytics, and MA in Organizational Leadership. We...
Students working on laptops
January 23, 2024 - 12:00pm
Live Open House via Zoom
Learn more about Rockhurst University’s Graduate Business Programs in the Helzberg School of Management. This virtual open house will include an overview of our MBA, MS in Data Analytics, and MA in Organizational Leadership. We...
Students working on laptops
January 23, 2024 - 12:00pm
Live Open House via Zoom
Learn more about Rockhurst University’s Graduate Business Programs in the Helzberg School of Management. This virtual open house will include an overview of our MBA, MS in Data Analytics, and MA in Organizational Leadership. We...
March 5, 2024 - 7:00pm
Live Open House via Zoom
Learn more about Rockhurst University’s Graduate Business Programs in the Helzberg School of Management. This virtual open house will include an overview of our MBA, MS in Data Analytics, and MA in Organizational Leadership. We...