Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003287
- Phone: (412) 367-9300
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
77.71%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
26FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$16,783Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
La Salle University
9000 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
La Salle University is a nonprofit private institution that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Philadelphia, PA, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately 6,600 students are enrolled annually at La Salle University.
Areas of study available at La Salle University include but are not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Psychology
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 880 to 1090 on the SAT and between 19 to 25 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to this school. This school has an acceptance rate of 73% of which only 22% chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $39,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $6,800 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The La Salle University "Explorers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students may visit the La Salle University website to see a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students La Salle University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
La Salle University has a total student population of about 5,200. The student body is made up of 75% undergraduate students and 20% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $31,000-$37,000 per year
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,100 to $1,300 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 97% | $17,622 |
Receiving Student Loans | 81% | $9,056 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, La Salle University may provide student services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- Coordinated Dietetics Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
La Salle University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Atlantic 10 Conference)
- Basketball (Atlantic 10 Conference)
- Track and Field (Atlantic 10 Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by La Salle University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B, M)
- Finance (B, M)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Management Science (B, M)
- Organizational Leadership (B)
- International Business (B)
- Investments and Securities (M)
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Nurse Anesthetist (C, M)
- Marriage and Family Therapy (M)
- Adult Health Nurse (C, M)
- Family Practice Nurse (C, M)
- Public Health (B, M)
- PreMed Studies (C)
- Nursing Education (C)
- Nursing Administration
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
- Clinical Psychology (D, M)
- Organizational Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
- Forensic Science (M)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
- Digital Arts (B)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Gratz College in Philadelphia, PA (2 miles away)
- Arcadia University in Monaca, PA (4 miles away)
- Chestnut Hill College in Pittsburgh, PA (5 miles away)
- Saint Joseph's University in Loretto, PA (5 miles away)
- Peirce College in York, PA (7 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003287
- Phone: (412) 367-9300
- School Homepage