Pittsburgh Promise

Freshman Admissions

As a preferred partner of the Pittsburgh Promise, La Roche University offers the financial and academic support that you need to achieve a college education.

Affordable

We’re here to help you make your education a reality without financial limitations. La Roche offers:

An automatic $2,500 scholarship to all Promise-eligible students, stackable with other scholarships, grants and awards
Merit-based scholarships ranging from $7,000 to $14,000 that are renewable each year
$5,000 resident scholarships for living on campus
Need-based financial aid programs, including annual and endowed scholarships, grants, loans and work-study employment
A financial aid office that helps you navigate the process

Supportive

You aren’t alone in your academic journey at La Roche. These free on-campus resources are available to all students through the Office of Academic Support Services:

Academic Advising
Academic Counseling and Tutoring
Accessibility Services
Career Development
Writers’ Center

From the time you enroll until the day you graduate, you’ll receive personalized support to achieve your biggest dreams.

Whether you envision yourself interning at a Fortune 500 company, completing projects for real-world clients or conducting novel research in our state-of-the-art Palumbo Science Center, La Roche offers a world of opportunities for you to thrive.

Diverse

All students are welcome on our campus, and we are committed to making you feel heard, seen and understood. Resources include the Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as well as student groups such as:

African Culture Club
Asian Club
Black Student Achievement
GLOBE
Gay Straight Alliance
Italian Club
Mosaic
Saudi Club

Close to Home

Conveniently nestled in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, the La Roche campus is only a 15-minute drive from downtown Pittsburgh. Whether you choose to live on campus or commute, you won’t be far from the comforts of home.

Study Abroad

Included as part of your LRU experience, our Study Abroad+Study USA program covers the cost of travel, lodging and most meals. Visit destinations across the country or experience the world abroad through these short-term travel courses led by faculty and staff.