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La Roche University

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237-5898

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

La Roche University is a private institution in Pittsburgh with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1140, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 786 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,341 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,972.

Established
1963
Motto
Ad Lucem Per Amorem
Mascot
Red Hawk
Type
Private
Conference
Division III ranks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
78%Acceptance
1140SAT Avg
786Students
11:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$52,341Earnings 10yr
$21,972Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate77.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1140

Reading & WritingMid: 545
550640
MathMid: 518
505595

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,120
Room & Board$13,268
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$45,623
Average Net Price$21,972
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,477
$30–48K$15,334
$48–75K$19,339
$75–110K$22,819
$110K+$28,932

Programs (69)

Student Body

Undergrads
786
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
14%

Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Black 6%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 17%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate57.7%
Freshman Retention72.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,308
8 Years$50,414
10 Years$52,341

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$40,100
Men
$48,200

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Redhawks

History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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