Nursing at Rockhurst University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, you may want to check out the program at Rockhurst University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rockhurst University is in Kansas City, MO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 189 nursing degrees were granted at Rockhurst University.
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Online Class Availability at Rockhurst University
Online coursework is an option at Rockhurst University. Of 3,577 students, 775 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,961 (55%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Rockhurst University
Rankings can help you compare Rockhurst University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #6 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #22 of 207 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #34 of 44 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #159 of 197 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #495 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1442 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Rockhurst University
Those who finish Rockhurst University’s Nursing program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $59,845 |
| 2 years | $60,213 |
| 3 years | $69,335 |
| 4 years | $72,598 |
| 5 years | $81,832 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Nursing graduates from Rockhurst University earn a median of $72,598, compared with $78,410 for all Rockhurst University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from Rockhurst University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Nursing graduates at Rockhurst University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at Rockhurst University are 92% women (173) and 8% men (16).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Rockhurst University
Of the 154 bachelor’s nursing graduates at Rockhurst University, 90% were women (139) and 10% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Rockhurst University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 99 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 19 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 12 |
Minority students account for 28% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Rockhurst University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Rockhurst University
Among the 35 master’s nursing graduates at Rockhurst University, 97% were women (34) and 3% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Rockhurst University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 34% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Rockhurst University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Rockhurst University
This Nursing program at Rockhurst University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 154 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 35 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Rockhurst University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Nursing graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
| Nurse Midwives | $36,174 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.