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About La Roche University

nearly open admissionssmall class sizeshealth sciences focusmasters programs

La Roche University is a private university in Pittsburgh, PA, known for its nearly open admissions, small class sizes, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 97%, La Roche University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 128 students each year. La Roche University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 970–1170, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. La Roche University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,773 per year; the sticker price of $47,834 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

La Roche University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

97%
Overall Accept Rate
1070
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 970 – 1170 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to La Roche University

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Financial Aid — High Impact
La Roche offers automatic merit scholarships based on GPA and class rank, so request a scholarship estimate directly from the admissions office before you apply so you know exactly what to expect in your award letter.
Demonstrated Interest
La Roche is a small campus community in Pittsburgh where personal connections matter, so visit in person or attend a virtual info session and follow up with your admissions counselor by name to show genuine interest.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What La Roche University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$48k/yr$16.2k
30k-48k~$48k/yr$15.2k
48k-75k~$48k/yr$18.0k
75k-110k~$48k/yr$25.1k
110k+~$48k/yr$27.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

58%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,615
Undergrad Enrollment
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