Health Care Degrees
Health Care Degrees
Health Science Programs
Rockhurst aims to be one of the premier health care administration schools in the region, creating medical professionals that make a difference on the local, regional and natural health care levels. As a Jesuit institution, we create lifelong learners that are better prepared for the rigors of not only their particular health care program, but for a life of serving others.
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Ed.D. in Education and Leadership - Health Care Education
Online Nursing
- Hybrid Accelerated BSN
- Online MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
- Online MSN - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Online MSN - Nursing Leadership
- Online MSN – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Online MSN FNP/AGACNP Dual Track
- Online FNP Post-Master’s Certificate
- Online Post Master’s Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate
- Online Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate
A Bright Future
Rockhurst's suite of health majors provide a pathway to a successful career in almost any field in the industry.
100 % Job placement for graduates of Saint Luke's programs (98% at RU overall)
31 % Job growth in health care by 2026
$ 70K Average nursing salary
Pre-Med Scholars Program
Rockhurst has agreements in place with both local and regional medical schools for outstanding pre-medical students to gain early admission into medical school.
Alumni Medical Network
The Rockhurst University Alumni Medical Network is a community of medical professionals who are committed to providing a network of support for Rockhurst students who are preparing for a career in the medical field.
Support young Rockhurst students currently in the pre-health program.
Build a professional network through alumni gatherings in KC, St. Louis and Omaha.
Mentor current RU students and provide shadow opportunities in the field.