C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
51/100 · earnings-weighted

La Roche University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 58%
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
A
85/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,618
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
78%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at La Roche University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$52,341
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,308
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
57.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,055
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
10.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 42nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at La Roche University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing—$92,902+4%#247 of 966#259—
Computer and Information Sciences—$68,717-26%#392 of 459#389—
Computer Science—$68,248-36%#334 of 349#336—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$62,596—————
Accounting and Related Services$40,085$59,181-22%#732 of 796#724$22,250
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods$37,911$53,064-38%#124 of 126#126$25,250
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences$29,678$51,817-24%#56 of 61#55$24,040
Marketing$37,833$51,540-26%#486 of 516#489$25,250
Criminal Justice and Corrections$35,388$46,184-17%#588 of 660#609$25,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$45,954————$24,985
Psychology$31,192$44,709-12%#813 of 1027#829$25,000
Chemistry$34,906—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The La Roche University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $363,441
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,713/mo — vs ~$933/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15214 (6.7% cap, Pittsburgh)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $31,960 $31,960
Room $8,400
Board $4,868
Total Cost (On-Campus) $50,348 $50,348

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
62%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 78 grads/yr Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst 20 grads/yr Accounting 17 grads/yr Psychology, General 17 grads/yr Interior Architecture 16 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 15 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 12 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 12 grads/yr Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 11 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 10 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 8 grads/yr Management Science 8 grads/yr Computer Science 7 grads/yr Commercial and Advertising Art 7 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr Information Technology 5 grads/yr Finance, General 5 grads/yr Communication and Media Studies, Other 5 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 5 grads/yr Writing, General 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from La Roche University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs
Software quality assurance analysts and testers
$103k/yr 201,700 jobs
Computer science teachers, postsecondary
$97k/yr 44,800 jobs
Computer network support specialists
$73k/yr 152,700 jobs

Student Demographics

2,618
Total Students
65%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 2%
Black 5%
Asian 3%
Two or More 16%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 75%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at La Roche University?
La Roche University has an acceptance rate of 78%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend La Roche University?
Tuition at La Roche University is $31,960 for in-state students and $31,960 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at La Roche University?
The graduation rate at La Roche University is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is La Roche University a good school?
La Roche University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend La Roche University?
La Roche University has a total enrollment of 2,618 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology