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La Salle University

Philadelphia, PA · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

La Salle University campus
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Admission rate
97%
Open
Average net price
$19,758
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
60%
Median earnings
$71,235
10 years after enrolling

Summary

La Salle University is a private nonprofit college in Philadelphia, PA with 1,953 undergraduates. It admits 97% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $19,758 per year ($20,098 for families earning under $30,000). 60% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $71,235 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
97%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,845
Fall 2023
Admitted
4,176
Fall 2023
Yield
11%
of admitted students enrolled

What La Salle University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$49,842
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$40,000

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$20,098
  • $30–48k$15,558
  • $48–75k$19,064
  • $75–110k$19,772
  • $110k+$24,967

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
60%
Freshman retention
74%
Median earnings
$71,235
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,953
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
48%
  • White34%
  • Hispanic20%
  • Black29%
  • Asian5%

La Salle University FAQ

What is La Salle University's acceptance rate?+

La Salle University admits 97% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is La Salle University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to La Salle University?+

In Fall 2023, 4,845 students applied to La Salle University and 4,176 were admitted; 465 enrolled.

Does La Salle University consider legacy status?+

No. La Salle University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does La Salle University require an essay?+

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

How much does La Salle University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $49,842 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,758.

What is La Salle University's graduation rate?+

60% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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