This data applies to students experiencing the Rockhurst University Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program between Jan. 1, 2026 and Dec. 31, 2026.
Program Length
Program length includes all student instruction and interaction — classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education — counting every week in which full or partial attendance is required.
- Length in weeks, excluding breaks — 110
- Length in weeks, including breaks — 133
Clinical Education
Does this program require all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? - No
Additional costs for which students are responsible during clinical education: None
Student Costs
Rockhurst University is a private institution, so public-institution tuition rates do not apply. The DPT program is completed in eight semesters.
Year 1 costs are those experienced by students who enrolled in the program for the first time between Jan. 1, 2026 and Dec. 31, 2026. Costs for subsequent years are estimates based on the program's historical annual increase of 2.6 percent. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs.
| Cost | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $49,860 | $49,860 | $11,080 | $110,800 |
| Institutional fees | $3,062 | $3,062 | $1,292 | $7,416 |
| Other program expenses | $1,185 | $1,185 | $190 | $2,560 |
| Total | $54,017 | $54,017 | $12,562 | $120,776 |
Table notes:
- Tuition — annual tuition for a private-institution student
- Institutional fees — annual fees for a full-time student, including general institutional fees such as health insurance and recreation
- Other program expenses — required texts, laboratory fees and other program costs for the entire technical program
- Total — tuition, fees and other program costs for the entire program
Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One resource is the MIT Living Wage Calculator.
Financial Assistance
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students? - No
Does the program or institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students? - Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students? - Yes
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for financial support. Please contact the program for further information.
APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center.
Student Debt Summary
Included: subsidized and unsubsidized loans for the total debt to reflect the NSLDS total debt
Average student debt from the DPT program for students who graduated or will graduate between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2026: $79,946
Average total student debt after completing the DPT program for students who graduated or will graduate between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2026, including all student loan debt: $98,979
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