To be eligible they must maintain a 3.4 cumulative grade point average and a 3.4 grade point average in the prerequisite behavioral and natural science courses. Prospective Scholars apply for advanced admission status at the beginning of their junior year, and if accepted, may begin taking professional courses during their senior year. This program is an excellent opportunity to apply skills and knowledge in a professional setting. Interns earn a salary and become more marketable during their full-time job search and graduate school application process. Co-op also offers a student the opportunity to test career choices in the work environment before graduation.
Participants can then make more informed decisions on their career choices.
Honors Honors Program students take a specially designed curriculum which substitutes from courses normally required of all Rockhurst students. While fulfilling the honors curriculum, students can complete the requirements for any major area of study at Rockhurst. The Honors curriculum exposes students to some of the most innovative courses and best professors at Rockhurst.