Overview
The School of Nursing and Health Sciences is one of the constituent schools of La Salle University, a Catholic institution founded in 1863 by the Christian Brothers in Philadelphia. The nursing program has a long-standing reputation for producing highly employable, clinically prepared graduates who pass licensure exams at strong rates, and the school has expanded over the decades to include public health, health administration, and clinical nutrition programs. It is best known for its close-knit clinical placements throughout the Philadelphia healthcare corridor and its integration of the university's broader liberal arts and ethics-based mission into professional health training.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Total students | 1,800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 11:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 78% |
| Graduation rate | 75% |
| Average starting salary | $68,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $46,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $46,500 |
| Room & board | $15,500 |
| Average financial aid | $28,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1050-1230 |
| ACT range | 21-27 |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Nursing (BSN)
- Public Health
- Health Care Administration
- Clinical Nutrition
- RN-to-BSN
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.