LRC Admission Requirements

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LRC Admission Overview

LRC admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year LRC admitted 75.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (B+) and SAT 940-1200 / ACT 15-22. LRC is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

LRC Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

75.8%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for La Roche University

Acceptance Rate

The LRC acceptance rate is 75.8%. Last year, 1,497 of 1,976 applicants were admitted. That is the 45th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into LRC and can you get accepted?

LRC is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

La Roche University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.2. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

LRC GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.2

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.2

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at LRC typically have around a 3.2 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. LRC is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #80 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

LRC SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

940-1200

Freshmen who sent SAT

16%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 480
  • Math 460
  • Composite 940
SAT 25th percentile scores for La Roche University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 600
  • Math 600
  • Composite 1200
SAT 75th percentile scores for La Roche University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at LRC typically score around a 1070 SAT (middle 50% 940–1200) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 53rd percentile nationally. LRC ranks #92 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 940 to 1200

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

LRC is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1070 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at La Roche University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1200+ Above 75th >86%
1070 to 1200 Avg + 76%-86%
940 to 1070 Avg - 62%-76%
Below 940 Below mid-50 <62%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

LRC ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

15-22

Freshmen reporting ACT

4%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 13
  • Math 14
  • Composite 15
ACT 25th percentile scores for La Roche University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 21
  • Math 24
  • Composite 22
ACT 75th percentile scores for La Roche University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at LRC typically have around a 18 ACT (mid-50 15–22) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 38th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. LRC places #63 among colleges in Pennsylvania for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 15 to 22

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to LRC without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 18.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at La Roche University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
22+ Above 75th >87%
18 to 22 Avg + 76%-87%
15 to 18 Avg - 65%-76%
Below 15 Below mid-50 <65%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

63% of La Roche University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted La Roche University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 8%
Top 25% of class 26%
Top 50% of class 63%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

Open the LRC chances calculator

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

La Roche University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,036 940 1,976
Accepted 817 680 1,497
Acceptance Rate 79% 72% 76%
Enrolled 73 73 146
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 9% 11% 10%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to La Roche University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

La Roche University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to La Roche University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at La Roche University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

LRC is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 75.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (940-1200); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=213358.

GPA calculator: La Roche University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026