Our Neighborhood

At La Roche University you get the best of both worlds: a residential campus and big-city amenities.

With a town center across the street from campus, and a scenic county park in our backyard, La Roche is at the center of activity in our hometown of McCandless Township. The main attractions include McCandless Crossing, a new neighborhood and business district, and North Park of Allegheny County.

McCandless Crossing

Whether you’re looking for entertainment or employment, you’ll find everything you need within walking distance of campus. This development across the street from La Roche features:

• National and regional retailers
• Restaurants and grocery stores
• Pharmacies and banks
• A Cinemark movie theater

North Park

Escape to the great outdoors, just a short drive away from campus. Head over to North Park for outdoor sports and exercise, or for a picturesque view while picnicking and having lunch with friends. Park amenities include:

• Fishing, canoeing and kayaking sites
• An outdoor swimming pool, ice skating rink and zipline course
• Picnic areas, ball fields, and basketball and tennis courts
• A nature center and 18-hole golf
• Hiking and bicycle trails
• A restaurant with an outdoor patio overlooking the lake

City of Pittsburgh

The La Roche University campus is located just a 15-minute drive away from downtown Pittsburgh, one of the world’s most livable cities. 

Our location offers students the best of both worlds: the culture and connections in the city, and a quiet, residential campus framed by trees and quiet neighborhoods.

Historically known for its rich industrial history, Pittsburgh now has a diversified economy largely based on health care, technology, education and finance. Both undergraduate and graduate students benefit from a thriving business district nearby in downtown, with opportunities to intern, secure employment and network with industry industry leaders, Fortune 500 companies and a growing technology sector.

Attractions

• Acrisure Stadium, home to the Pittsburgh Steelers (NFL)
• The Andy Warhol Museum
• Carnegie Museums 
• Duquesne Incline
• Heinz History Center
• PPG Paints Arena, home to the Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL)
• PNC Park, home to the Pittsburgh Pirates (MLB)
• Regional, community and neighborhood parks
• The Strip District
• 24 miles of riverfront trails
• 90+ vibrant and unique neighborhoods

Rankings

• A Best City for Jobs (Wallethub, 2023)
• A Best Northeastern U.S. City for Women in STEM (CommercialCafe, 2023)
• Seventh-Best Large College City in America (Wallethub, 2022)
• A Best Place to Live (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)
• Sixth-Best Metro Area for STEM Professionals (WalletHub, 2021)
• Seventh-Best City in the U.S. to Launch a Career

Nearby Hotels

These hotels offer a comfortable, affordable overnight stay when you visit La Roche University. If you need help making arrangements, call the Admissions Office at 412-536-1272.