Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Online | lasalle.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
La Salle University sits on a 133-acre campus in northwest Philadelphia's historic Germantown neighborhood, approximately six miles from Center City. Founded in 1863 by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, La Salle operates as a private Catholic university in the Lasallian tradition. The campus combines modern academic facilities with original Tudor Gothic architecture, anchored by College Hall, while newer portions of campus extend into the surrounding residential area. The university maintains a moderate admissions profile and offers undergraduate programs through three main academic units: the School of Arts and Sciences, the School of Business, and the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, with nursing and business among its primary academic focuses. Students are required to live on campus for their first two years, with housing available in both traditional residence halls and apartment-style accommodations.
Ratings
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La Salle University is rated within the top 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for La Salle University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#469 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#325 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#36 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#34 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#183 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1050/1268 |
| GPA | 3.44 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,250 |
| Room and Board | $14,550 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,440 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Business | 21% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=213367 IPEDS survey data for La Salle University.
Current students may use the La Salle University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024