Business/Commerce at Rockhurst University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockhurst University | — | $56,010 | — | — |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | $55,999 | $68,404 | $21,500 | 0.38 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $48,928 | $54,470 | $21,538 | 0.44 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | $48,603 | $53,997 | $21,853 | 0.45 |
| Columbia College | $48,329 | $54,280 | $28,100 | 0.58 |
| Lindenwood University | $47,821 | $56,644 | $31,000 | 0.65 |
| National Median | $47,506 | — | $26,000 | 0.55 |
Other Business/Commerce Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $14,130 | $55,999 | $21,500 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $48,928 | $21,538 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City | $11,988 | $48,603 | $21,853 |
| Columbia College Columbia | $24,326 | $48,329 | $28,100 |
| Lindenwood University Saint Charles | $21,100 | $47,821 | $31,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Rockhurst University, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.