Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 76.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 75.6%
- Retention Rate
- 84.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,102
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $193/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $70,176 | $26,091 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $66,179 | $108,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $61,814 | $75,495 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $60,213 | $15,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $56,415 | $50,102 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $43,957 | |
| Education, General. | Master | $43,519 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $35,060 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $22,250 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $30,988 | $25,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $30,119 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $28,960 | $24,189 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $28,212 | $18,938 |
Outcomes Overview
Rockhurst graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $18,250, well below the national average of around $37,000. Monthly loan payments of $193 represent just 3.5% of the typical graduate's $67,102 median earnings after ten years. The university's strong ties to Kansas City's business community and healthcare sector help explain the impressive 99.1% employment rate. Graduates often find positions in healthcare administration, business consulting, and education throughout the Midwest. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.27 compares favorably to most private universities. With relatively low debt burdens and solid earning potential in stable industries, Rockhurst delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career preparation.