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La Roche University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Admission rate
76%
Accessible
Average net price
$27,449
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
46%
Median earnings
$57,999
10 years after enrolling

Summary

La Roche University is a private nonprofit college in Pittsburgh, PA with 751 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, and admitted students average 1055 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $27,449 per year ($27,942 for families earning under $30,000). 46% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $57,999 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
76%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,063
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,601
Fall 2023
Yield
11%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing480–600
200800
SAT Math460–600
200800
ACT Composite15–22
136

What La Roche University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$54,708
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$35,684

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$27,942
  • $30–48k$19,390
  • $48–75k$23,593
  • $75–110k$26,404
  • $110k+$32,159

Get a personal estimate with La Roche University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
46%
Freshman retention
69%
Median earnings
$57,999
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
751
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
16%
  • White60%
  • Hispanic5%
  • Black8%
  • Asian1%

La Roche University FAQ

What is La Roche University's acceptance rate?+

La Roche University admits 76% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for La Roche University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 480–600 on SAT Reading and Writing and 460–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1055.

What ACT score do you need for La Roche University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 15–22.

Is La Roche University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to La Roche University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,063 students applied to La Roche University and 1,601 were admitted; 172 enrolled.

Does La Roche University consider legacy status?+

Yes. La Roche University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does La Roche University require an essay?+

La Roche University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does La Roche University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $54,708 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $27,449.

What is La Roche University's graduation rate?+

46% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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