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.
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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.
Bachelor’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 |
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 | $83,243 |
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.
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.