Rockhurst University

In the heart of Kansas City since 1910, Rockhurst University is dedicated to learning, leadership and service in the Jesuit tradition.

At Rockhurst University, we help you become who you want to be, not just what. We’re proud to be Kansas City’s Jesuit university for more than 100 years. We’re in the city for good in every sense of the phrase.

Whether this is your first time researching all that Rockhurst has to offer, or you’ve been a loyal Hawk for decades, we welcome you with open arms.

We’re proud of the company we keep as one of 28 Jesuit colleges in the U.S. alongside universities such as Georgetown, Xavier and Gonzaga. About 50 percent of students are Catholic, so we offer activities for all denominations. A Jesuit education is prestigious and, in short, it prepares our graduates to lead, shape and change the world around them. We want you to love you future career, but, more importantly, to love your life.

With both undergraduate and graduate-level programs, Rockhurst University academics are rooted in Jesuit philosophy and the liberal arts tradition.

Academic Advising is available to help students explore and learn about academic career options and university policies and procedures. At Rockhurst University, each student is assigned an academic advisor. Most often, the assigned advisor will be a faculty member from the student’s area of interest. In addition, each college within the University has a Director of Academic Advising who supports faculty advisors and serves as a resource for students.

Students should see their assigned advisors to discuss selecting an appropriate program of study and choosing courses that will complete degree requirements. As a student, you can make the most of your college experience by understanding student and advisor roles and responsibilities.

Rockhurst students are encouraged to study abroad through accredited programs that literally open the classroom door to the world. A variety of well-established programs are available in many locations around the world through a number of affiliated universities and study abroad providers.

Admission to Rockhurst sets you up for success. With just 3,000 students attending each year, we take your education personally. The Rockhurst University campus life office is a central resource for the student experience, coordinating everything from campus involvement to residential living.

Student Life complements the Rockhurst mission and values by sponsoring and supporting programs, services and activities that support learning, leadership and service in the Jesuit tradition. Getting involved outside of the classroom through student organizations provides valuable leadership and practical, hands-on experience to prepare students for future careers.

Research has proven that students who are involved outside of the classroom experience not only a higher satisfaction rate regarding their undergraduate experience, but also are more likely to graduate compared to their peers who are not involved. Meet us on the quad in the fall for our student life fair to find the perfect group you’d like to join.

International student services provides vital immigration services to students holding an F-1 Visa. These services include U.S. government-required regulatory record-keeping, assistance in the maintenance of status, employment authorization, letters of support, extensions of stay, reinstatement to and change of status.

Rockhurst seeks to create a greater awareness of diversity through active involvement and interactions among the entire campus community. The office is working toward a diverse, more inclusive atmosphere on campus with administrators, staff, faculty and students. International student services provide vital immigration services to international students, administrators, faculty and staff with regard to nonimmigrant visas and status.

Transitioning to college successfully is a key part of becoming a successful college student. Our hope is that each student seeks out the assistance they need to accomplish this. There are many new things to adjust to and sometimes students feel bombarded by the demands of academics and the changes in their environment. Seeking assistance and developing good habits early are essential to this adjustment.

Rockhurst University is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. This is consistent with Rockhurst’s Vision: “To create a more just world through inclusive, innovative and transformational education.” The Disability Resource Center leads the campus community to coordinate services for students with disabilities and acts as an advocate to assist in making campus life accessible.

Rockhurst University recognizes that diversity enriches all aspects of university life, and is committed to providing opportunities for engaging interactions among individuals of diverse backgrounds, understanding that these interactions allow people to identify commonalities, appreciate differences, and find greater unity. Rockhurst recognizes that diversity includes areas both visible and non-visible, including but not limited to: race, gender identity, socioeconomic status, religion, physical abilities and qualities, age, viewpoints, perspectives and learning styles.

Rockhurst promotes an understanding of the benefits and complexities of diversity for its students, faculty, staff and the community. This effort is an important part of educating "men and women for others." Rockhurst's Jesuit missionemphasizes social justice and equality for all people, including the goal of freedom from exclusion or marginalization. All members of the Rockhurst community are called to embrace a set of values that promote the personal care for every community member and a sensitivity toward the dignity, sacredness and uniqueness of every person.