La Salle University

Bogota, Colombia

A private Catholic–Lasallian university founded on November 15, 1964 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools. It emphasizes holistic education, social impact, and intellectual development rooted in Lasallian values.
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La Salle provides over 100 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across four schools: Arts & Sciences, Business, Nursing & Health Sciences, and the College of Professional & Continuing Studies.
The university occupies a 133-acre urban campus in Northwest Philadelphia, offering a blend of historic architecture and modern academic, recreational, and residential facilities .
La Salle’s acceptance rate is approximately 86%, and it enrolls around 4,000 students, with a strong placement rate (~95.2% employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation)
Applications are accepted via the Common App or the university’s portal. Undergraduate applicants submit high school transcripts, recommendations, essays, and may choose to submit test scores (SAT/ACT are optional through 2025) .
International applicants submit official transcripts (with English translations), credential evaluations, proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo), recommendation letters, and personal statements .
La Salle operates on rolling admissions for most programs. International applicants typically receive decisions within 1–2 weeks of submitting complete application materials.
Public Safety operates 24/7 with foot and vehicle patrols, campus escort services and shuttle options, emergency phones, and controlled-access residence halls .
The university provides regular crime-awareness training, Title IX programs, and sexual misconduct prevention to maintain a safe and inclusive campus environment .
Safety services include late-night escort options, shuttle services, and immediate connections to nearby hospitals like Einstein and Temple, with transport facilitated by Public Safety .
Top programs include Business Administration, Nursing, Computer Science, Psychology, and Education—particularly favored by international students.
Yes, La Salle provides programs such as MBA + Data Analytics, BSN to MSN with Public Health, and Computer Science + Cybersecurity.
La Salle maintains a student–faculty ratio of 12 : 1, with an average class size of 16 and a teaching model that excludes use of teaching assistants .
Undergraduate and graduate applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships; no separate application is needed. International merit awards range from $10,000 to $20,000 annually.
Awards include the Founder’s Scholarship ($4,000–$18,000), Christian Brothers’ Scholarship for full tuition, plus other merit- and service-based grants.
Domestic students access grants, loans, and work-study options through FAFSA. International students, however, are eligible only for merit scholarships—not need-based aid .
Yes, first-year and transfer undergraduates (including international students) must live on campus. Graduate on-campus housing is limited and optional .
On-campus options include traditional residence halls, suite-style buildings, apartments, and themed Living-Learning Communities; pet-friendly options like St. Neumann Hall are also available .
Popular off-campus neighborhoods include Germantown, Logan, East Falls, offering studio, 1–2 bedroom apartments, or shared housing with rent from approximately $800–$1,400+ per month.
Yes, F-1 students may work up to 20 hours per week on campus and full-time during academic breaks .
Yes, La Salle supports Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT), allowing eligible graduates to gain professional experience under F-1 status .
Yes, the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) office assists with visa applications, maintenance of status, CPT/OPT, and cultural adjustment resources.

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University Of La Salle University Application Statistics

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80 %

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