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I truly feel that I was meant to be here, and that this place chose me.

– Paola Rodriguez | Psychology ‘21

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At Rockhurst University, we strive for excellence in and outside the classroom through learning, leadership and service.

98 % of alumni report being employed or accepted into grad school within 6 months of graduation.

70 + academic programs offer breadth and depth to feed your interests!

23 % RU graduates earn 23% higher median salaries than their peers.

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At Rockhurst, we consider it our mission to empower students to use their unique gifts and talents for the promotion of equality, inclusivity and social justice.

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As one of 27 Jesuit colleges or universities in the U.S., RU emphasizes education of the whole person

Rockhurst students spend 30,000+ hours in service each year in our community and beyond

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Upcoming Graduate Events

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Master of Education (M.Ed) Graduate Information Session
December 5, 2024 - 5:00pm
Virtual
<p>Join the College of Arts and Sciences to learn more about the Master of Education graduate-level program at Rockhurst University. This is an opportunity for you to meet faculty from the program, receive key information...
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College of Arts & Sciences Graduate Certificates Information Session
December 12, 2024 - 5:00pm
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Join the College of Arts and Sciences to learn more about our graduate certificate programs at Rockhurst University. During this session, we'll discuss the following certificates: DEI, Medical Spanish, and STEAM education. This is an...
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Master of Education (M.ED) Graudate Information Session
February 6, 2025 - 5:00pm
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Join the College of Arts and Sciences to learn more about the Master of Education graduate-level program at Rockhurst University. This is an opportunity for you to meet faculty from the program, receive key information...
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College of Arts & Sciences Graduate Certificates Information Session
February 13, 2025 - 5:00pm
Virtual
Join the College of Arts and Sciences to learn more about our graduate certificate programs at Rockhurst University. During this session, we'll discuss the following certificates: DEI, Medical Spanish, and STEAM education. This is an...