La Salle University
About La Salle University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
La Salle University is a private Catholic university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Run by the Christian Brothers, it offers programs in nursing, marketing, accounting, and social work, with a strong tradition of service in the Northwest Philadelphia community.
Founded
1863
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Students
3,026
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
96.6%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
57.1%
Below national average
Tuition
$37,800
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,409
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$67,416
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$500
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Rolling
La Salle University accepts the majority of applicants at 96.6%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.9%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
43.6%
$/Student
$10.4K
Class Size
Medium
While 53% finish in 4 years, 73.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,800
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$16,360
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$48,337
After Financial Aid
$19,409
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,545
Receive Grants
35.1%
Take Loans
42.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $48,337/yr, including $16,360 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,409.
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 Salle University fund their education.
While in School
35.1%
Get Grants
Free money
42.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$41,664
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $67K 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 Salle University.
Gender
65.5%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,953
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,073
Graduates
37%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
12.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 37% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,953
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
La Salle University fields 10 varsity teams with 473 student athletes, about 24% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Atlantic 10
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
473
24% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
39% / 61%
186
Men
287
Women
6
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of La Salle Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$67,416
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$84K
125 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$56K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$39K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$55K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$39K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $54K at six years, $52K at eight, and $67K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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