Graduating from a high school student to a college student means a lot of exciting things like freedom and self-sufficiency. After all, instead of living at home, you will spend nearly all your time around friends on campus.
Admissions Advice
Admissions Advice
Applying to and attending college can be a scary endeavor, but Rockhurst is here to help! Our Admissions Advice blog provides valuable insight into everything you need to know through your entire college experience.
If there's anything specific you want to know about that's not detailed on this site, just reach out to one of our Admissions counselors who will be happy to help!
Kansas City may not be an official “Music City” (Hello, Nashville), but it has a rich and impressive music tradition, starting with the Jazz District.
Today, Kansas City is a regular stop on most tours, as well as a favorite of the next generation of stars. Rockhurst students into the concert scene can find whatever they’re looking for, be it something small and intimate or big-time world tours.
Here are a few of the best concert venues in KC, within easy driving distance of Rockhurst:
From Nhukim Nguyen, '23
Biochemistry major | Psychology minor | Student Senator
Choosing the right college can be overwhelming when there are so many options available! There are many factors to consider when thinking about which one will be the right fit for you.
One of the best ways to get a good feel for a college is to visit it! Most colleges have official visiting guidelines and set up tours for prospective students, so be sure to find the correct resources for your school of choice.
As the chapter of one’s high school career is about to be over, another one starts with a new beginning that often can be seen as overwhelming when transitioning into college.
Sometimes you just need a break from screens, stress, and even the city. Kansas City has so many things to do and there are plenty of options in or close to the city that offer a nice escape from the daily grind.
One of my favorite things to do on my way to and from class was listening to podcasts. As a constant learner, the shows I came back to the most always taught me about something interesting.
If you ask the average college student what the biggest difference is between high school and college, they will likely answer with the fact that you have to be more independent in college.
One of the biggest things that can trigger anxiousness about college is not living at home. Moving into the residence halls with a likely chance of living with a stranger is a terrifying thought.
