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La Roche University

PrivateSuburb: Large

About La Roche University

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

La Roche University is a private university in Pittsburgh, PA. It has a 97.4% acceptance rate and a 55.3% graduation rate, serving approximately 794 students.

Founded

1963

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Students

1,076

Institution

Private

Known For

Catholic

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

75.8%

Open admission

Graduation Rate

57.2%

Below national average

Tuition

$34,052

Per year

Avg Net Price

$20,794

After financial aid

SAT Average

1055

Out of 1600

Median Earnings

$52,341

10 years after enrollment

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Highly CompetitiveOpen Admission
75.8%

Moderate

Most students who apply are accepted

How to Apply

Test Policy

Test Optional

Application Fee

Free

Early

Nov 1

Regular

Rolling

La Roche University accepts the majority of applicants at 75.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.

SAT Scores

1055/ 1600

850760670580490400
460
Math: 460
480
R&W: 480
25th
600
Math: 600
600
R&W: 600
75th
Math
Reading & Writing

ACT Scores

21/ 36

393327221610
15
25th: 15
25th
21
Avg: 21
Avg
22
75th: 22
75th
25th Percentile
Average
75th Percentile

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
57.2%

Average

57.2% complete their degree within six years

Retention

68.8%

4-Year Grad

43%

6-Year Grad

52%

Teaching Quality

12:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

34.9%

$/Student

$6.9K

Class Size

Medium

The 43% graduation rate is below average, but 68.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$34,052

Annual Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$13,390

Books & Supplies

$1,300

Total Cost of Attendance

$47,111

After Financial Aid

$20,794

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$16,152

Receive Grants

10.1%

Take Loans

18.6%

The total cost of attendance runs about $47,111/yr, including $13,390 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $20,794.

Financial Aid

Who gets aid and what happens after

Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at La Roche University fund their education.

While in School

10.1%

Get Grants

Free money

18.6%

Take Loans

Must repay

$49,806

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$25,000

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$265/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $52K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends La Roche University.

Gender

54.3%

Female

/

46%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

60.3%
15.5%
7.7%
5.3%
4.7%
0.8%
White
International
Black
Hispanic
Multiracial
Asian

Enrollment

751

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

325

Graduates

35.7%

First-Gen

22 yrs

Avg Age

6.5%

Age 25+

The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 35.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 15.5% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
Suburb: Large

Suburb: Large

Campus Quick Facts

751

Students

private

Institution

Small

Campus Size

Master's

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

Yes

AP Credit

Yes

Teacher Cert

Yes

ROTC

Yes

Evening College

No

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

La Roche University fields 10 varsity teams with 267 student athletes, about 36% of the student body.

Division

NCAA

Division III without football

Conference

Allegheny Mountain

The league its teams compete in

Varsity Sports

10

Biggest: Soccer

Student Athletes

267

36% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

46% / 54%

124

Men

/

143

Women

6

Men's Teams

8

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
54
Soccer
39
Baseball
38
Lacrosse
37
Basketball
36
Cross Country

Every Varsity Team

Soccer54Baseball39Lacrosse38Basketball37Cross Country36Softball19Volleyball16Tennis10Bowling10Golf8

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of La Roche Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$52,341

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$45K
6yr
$42K
8yr
$52K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

$63K

18 grads

1yr Earnings

Psychology, General

$31K

17 grads

1yr Earnings

Computer and Information Sciences, General

$69K

14 grads

4yr Earnings

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

$46K

13 grads

1yr Earnings

Criminal Justice and Corrections

$35K

12 grads

1yr Earnings

Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

$30K

12 grads

1yr Earnings

Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about La Roche University

What is the acceptance rate at La Roche University?
La Roche University has an acceptance rate of 75.8%. La Roche University accepts the majority of applicants at 75.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
How much does La Roche University cost?
Tuition at La Roche University is $34,052 for in-state students and $34,052 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $47,111/yr, including $13,390 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $20,794.
What is the graduation rate at La Roche University?
La Roche University has a graduation rate of 57.2%. The 43% graduation rate is below average, but 68.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do La Roche University graduates earn?
The median earnings for La Roche University graduates is $52,341 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.