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Rockhurst University
Kansas City, Missouri · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 1100 Rockhurst Rd, Kansas City, MO 64110 · Phone: (816) 501-4000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rockhurst University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Kansas City, Missouri, offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and other specialized bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Rockhurst University graduates carry a median debt of $18,250 and earn a median of $67,102 ten years after entry; completion rate compared to the Missouri state average of 69.3% is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact Rockhurst University for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 20.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,810 | $40,440 | $46,600 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Rockhurst University is a private non-profit university located in Kansas City, Missouri. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The school holds accreditation from several specialized bodies including the Higher Learning Commission, and its trade-relevant offering centers on medical assistant programs, with 10 completers reported in that field out of 2 total program offerings tracked in this category.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 69.3% for comparable programs in Missouri, though Rockhurst's own completion rate relative to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $18,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $67,102. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 20.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating some enrollment of students with financial need.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,580 in a large city setting, may suit students seeking a smaller, focused medical assistant training pathway within a larger university environment, though specific program length and format are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students and career changers should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rockhurst University offers medical assistant programs, with 10 completers reported in federal data out of 2 total programs tracked in this family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Rockhurst University is accredited, including recognition from the Higher Learning Commission along with several specialized accreditors covering health-related fields.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Rockhurst University participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate compared to the Missouri state average of 69.3% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $18,250, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $67,102.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (816) 501-4000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Rockhurst University is a private non-profit institution, which typically means it reinvests tuition revenue into educational programs rather than distributing profits to owners.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for career changers cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length and schedule format are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Rockhurst University at (816) 501-4000 or through its website at https://www.rockhurst.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative placement or ranking data against nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?179043 for side-by-side federal statistics.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.