by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 2,746 undergraduates in 2020, Rockhurst is a small, private university located in Kansas City, Missouri. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Rockhurst offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Rockhurst can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Rockhurst Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Roman Catholic faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Roman Catholic Colleges and Universities.
Individuals with disabilities make up 6.0% of the student population at Rockhurst. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Rockhurst Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Rockhurst does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Rockhurst Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Rockhurst for Veterans Guide.
Rockhurst offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Rockhurst has a comparatively small, student body. There were 2,746 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,845 (67.2%). Part-time attendance was 901 (32.8%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,845 | 901 | 2,746 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Rockhurst is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Rockhurst #1115 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Rockhurst by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Rockhurst Diversity Guide.
Rockhurst has a total of 242 student athletes, 128 men and 114 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $3,869,724 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $3,869,724 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Rockhurst University Athletics
