La Roche University to Host North Pittsburgh College Fair Oct. 5

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 30, 2026 – High school and transfer students exploring their college options can meet representatives from more than 140 colleges and universities at the North Pittsburgh College Fair, Monday, Oct. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. at La Roche University.

Held in the Kerr Fitness & Sports Center on the La Roche campus in McCandless Township, the annual event gives students an opportunity to explore a wide range of colleges and universities, learn about academic programs and campus experiences, and connect directly with admissions representatives.

Participating institutions represent a variety of public and private colleges and universities, technical and specialized schools, and other postsecondary options from Pennsylvania and across the country. View the current list of participating institutions on the North Pittsburgh College Fair webpage.

The North Pittsburgh College Fair is presented by La Roche University and the Northern Area Counselor’s Consortium, which includes Avonworth High School, Deer Lakes High School, Fox Chapel Area High School, Hampton High School, North Allegheny Senior High School, North Hills Senior High School, Northgate High School, Pine-Richland High School, and Shaler Area High School.

The event is free, and free parking is available.

For more information, contact a participating Northern Area Counselor’s Consortium high school or La Roche University at northpittsburghcollegefair@laroche.edu or 844-838-4578.

About La Roche University: An independent liberal arts university in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, La Roche University offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs with particular strengths in education, business, criminal justice, cybersecurity and forensics, psychology, nursing, and health and medical sciences as well as interior architecture & design and graphic design. This residential university provides a vibrant campus community for women and men enjoying multiple student organizations and an exciting NCAA Div. III athletics program. Founded by the Sisters of Divine Providence in 1963, La Roche University embraces its Catholic heritage while welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds. With a legacy of social justice and a commitment to international exchange, La Roche University educates students to be lifelong learners and achievers in an increasingly diverse and global society.

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