RockhuRst univeRsity 2012–2014 catalog

2. English translations of final official transcripts from all high schools and institutions ofhigher learning. These official transcripts must be evaluated by an agency acceptableto Rockhurst which specializes in the evaluation of academic institutions outside theUnited States. An official report from the agency must be submitted to the AdmissionOffice;3. Results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Proficiency in bothwritten and spoken English is a requirement for students participating in RockhurstUniversity undergraduate programs. Students whose first language is not English arerequired to take the TOEFL before being considered for admission. The minimumscore required for admission to an undergraduate program is as follows: 550 on thepaper-based test; 213 on the computer-based test; 79 on the internet-based test.4. Results from the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Testing Program(ACT) may be required;5. Certification from a bank or a legally binding affidavit of financial support indicatingthe student’s ability to pay for educational expenses at Rockhurst;6. A $50 application fee.International students are encouraged to submit applications and documentation prior toregular application dates due to the additional time that may be required to review foreigncredentials and to prepare visa documentation.An I-20 Form will be issued to the international student by the Rockhurst UniversityInternational Student Advisor when the student has met all admission requirements.International students are required to participate in the student health insurance programduring their tenure at Rockhurst.Health InsuranceA health insurance plan designed for the students of Rockhurst University is currentlyavailable to all students. Benefits under this plan are described in detail on the Rockhurstwebsite. The plan is mandatory for all international students. All full-time undergraduateand graduate students must participate unless they provide proof of current healthinsurance. The Rockhurst plan protects students 24 hours a day whether on or off campusduring the coverage term. Catastrophic health insurance may be purchased from theinsurance broker for an additional fee.Unclassified, Audit, Visiting or Exchange Student AdmissionUnclassified: Individuals are welcome to enroll for up to 18 hours as “unclassified,” nondegreeseeking students. Applicants seeking admission as unclassified students must havecompleted the requirements for a high school degree or equivalency program. Additionally,applicants must be in good standing at the last school, college or university attended.Students entering Rockhurst as unclassified students are not eligible for institutionalfinancial aid.An Unclassified Application may be obtained through the Admission Office or filedelectronically through www.rockhurst.edu. Acceptance is valid for one term and will needto be renewed each academic term. Rockhurst University reserves the right to limit thenumber of cumulative credits taken as an unclassified student to 18 hours.Auditors: Those students taking courses for interest or the development of their ownskills and not with the intention of seeking credit or a degree may enroll in courses forUndergraduate Programs19