La Roche University
About
La Roche University, a private Catholic institution located in the scenic North Hills of Pittsburgh, is best known for its supportive, career-focused environment and highly regarded professional programs, particularly in nursing, business, and its nationally accredited graphic and interior design majors. The campus culture is defined by a close-knit, welcoming community where Division III athletics, leadership opportunities, and active student organizations foster an inclusive environment. What truly sets La Roche apart is its rich global diversity—representing dozens of countries on campus—paired with its signature Study Abroad + Study USA program, which integrates travel costs into tuition so every undergraduate student has the opportunity to experience the world first-hand.
Wikipedia:La Roche University is a private Catholic university in McCandless, Pennsylvania, United States, a North Hills suburb of Pittsburgh. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of Divine Providence, it sits on an 80-acre (32 ha) campus within the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
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La Roche University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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