Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Online | laroche.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
La Roche University, positioned in the suburban setting of McCandless Township, just minutes from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, offers a picturesque campus environment blended with modern urban accessibility. The institution, founded in 1963 by the Sisters of Divine Providence, now embraces a diverse student body and a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a distinctive emphasis on liberal arts, professional studies, and global engagement. La Roche maintains a relatively inclusive admissions process. The university is perhaps best recognized for majors in design, management, and health sciences. Accommodation is provided through residential services, which offer on-campus housing options. While La Roche hosts several athletic teams known as the Redhawks, it is not predominantly celebrated for its athletics but rather places a larger focus on its academic and cultural offerings.
In the most recent statistical year 3,222 prospective students applied, and 3,137 were granted admission. Of those admitted 128 enrolled in the school. 933 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,135 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $31,334 plus fees of $950. LRC is ranked 796 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
LRC is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for La Roche College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#796 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#506 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#69 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#54 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#94 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1170 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $950 |
| Room and Board | $12,886 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,462 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,832 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 35% |
| Health Professions | 17% |
| Education | 9% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Psychology | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=213358 IPEDS survey data for La Roche College.
Current students may use the La Roche College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024