La Roche College - Academics

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Student-Faculty Ratio		12:1
Full-Time Student Population		1,044
Part-Time Student Population		312
Full-Time Instructional Faculty		63
Part-Time Instructional Faculty		101
Total FT Faculty		63
Faculty with Terminal Degree		82%
Average Faculty Salary		$53,714
Full-Time Retention Rate		60%
Part-Time Retention Rate		100%
Transfer-Out Rate		5%
Graduation Rate		64%
Programs/Majors Offered		47
Average Course Load		15 credits
Academic/Career Counseling?		Yes
Remedial Services?		Yes
Class Sizes		Fewer than 20 Students: 74% 20 to 49 Students: 25% 50 or More Students: 1%

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Since La Roche is a liberal arts college, students are required to take some classes in each subject. Although these courses are often boring and usually only cover the basics, most students admit later that they actually learned something from them. While many students dislike having to take classes that do not directly pertain to their respective majors, it is part of the school’s mission to help create well-rounded people for the work force. But, aside from the core requirements, La Roche’s degree programs mainly include courses in the field of study a student is interested in. Most students respond well to this major specific aspect of the curriculum. The professors at La Roche are generally friendly and very helpful, and they provide an inviting atmosphere conducive to the learning process. Many are highly active in their specialties outside the classroom as well. For instance, several of the English professors are published authors, some of the criminal justice professors are retired FBI agents, and a few design teachers own their own firms. At a small school like La Roche, there is a lot of potential for any student, regardless of ability and previous experience. The professors make sure that no student is left behind or forgotten.

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marisagibson

'14

International Studies

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I really think La Roche does a great job with their academics. All of my professors I have had at La Roche helped me with everything I needed and since my biggest class was with around 20 people this was very easy to do. The registration process for classes is very easy. We meet with our adviser and discuss the classes we should take based on our major - we then schedule our classes online. The workload can be tiresome - so I make sure to only take as many credits as I can handle. The teachers are very understanding with this and do their best to not schedule tests on the same days or give us too much homework/studying but when combining all of the classes the workload could easily get out of hand - this is why it is important to make sure you do not procrastinate and get your work turned by the assigned date.

Aug 16, 2011

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lrc12

'12

Elementary Education

B+

El Ed@La Roche

At La Roche College, the class sizes are small so everyone knows eachother. I am an elementary education major and I feel that I will be a prepared teacher once I graduate and am happy with my education. Student and teacher advice and compliments are sought and given when there is peer teaching. The staff is very helpful and has experience. There is an honorary fraternity that gives experience such as tutoring and is good on a resume. I enjoy the off-campus real-life experience.

Jul 17, 2011

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acuradude

'10

Elementary Education

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Having taken 147 credits at La Roche, I've experienced a wide array of professors. Almost all of them were extremely helpful and accessible. Most are easy to talk to and will help you outside of class if you need it. The academics are excellent--nothing is watered down, everything is relevant, and while the courses can be challenging, they prepare you well for whatever you want to do. There aren't too many summa cum laude graduates, which speaks for the rigor of the programs. If you need tutoring in a class, you can usually find it either through the school or independently. I used to tutor students in several courses (free of charge, no less) and found it easy to advertise for sessions.

May 25, 2011

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Instructional Programs		Occupational: No Academic: Yes Continuing Professional: Yes Recreational/Avocational: No Adult Basic Remedial: No Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities		Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes Dual Credit: Yes Life Experience Credits: Yes
AP Test Score Requirements		Credit for scores of 4 or 5
IB Test Score Requirements		Credit for scores of 4 or higher
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions		School of Arts and Sciences School of Graduate Studies and Adult Education School of the Professors
Degrees Awarded		Associate degree Bachelor's degree Certificate Master's degree Post-bachelor's certificate
Most Popular Majors		Human Resources Management: 4% Management Science: 7% Psychology: 3% Registered Nursing (RN): 4%
Special Study Options		Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study		Residence hall study lounges, Wright Library, Zappala College Center Square
Did You Know?		There is a multitude of services available to disabled students, such as braille services, interpreters for the hearing-impaired, note-taking, special transportation, tape recorders, tutors, and reader services. “Acting up” in class? Once a year, La Roche College students perform a musical in the spring semester. By participating, a student can earn one elective credit. La Roche offers the chance to study abroad in Rome, Italy through a partnership with the Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education. The College is also affiliated with the American Institute for Foreign Study, which offers a number of other study abroad options. Or, if you prefer to go somewhere else, students can also research other study abroad options. The College has an interlibrary loan system with many of Pittsburgh’s other colleges and universities, which makes it easy for students to obtain the information they need. The Writers’ Center is a tutorial center where students can bring writing assignments to student or faculty tutors for help. Tutors give objective feedback on a student’s paper or aid in idea development or grammar and punctuation correction. The service is free to all LRC students.

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