Open the door to success with English at La Roche University.
La Roche offers a comprehensive academic English as a Second Language (ESL) program for non-native students seeking to prepare for undergraduate or graduate school.
Successful completion of our ESL program affords students immediate acceptance into La Roche academic studies and does not require additional standardized testing such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo.
We are now accepting registration for ESL courses. Classes for our fall semester begin August 21, 2023.
All ESL and Pathway classes will meet in person.
Semester Calendar Fall: August-December
Spring: January-May
Summer: May-July
A La Roche education can give you...
English Proficiency
Succeed inside and outside of the classroom.
Personalized Attention
Reach your academic, life and career goals.
Ideal Location
Experience the culture of Pittsburgh, one of America’s Most Livable Cities.
Small Class Sizes
Get to know your classmates and work one-on-one with professors.
Affordability
La Roche's tuition cost is well below the national average.
Diversity
Our international students represent nearly 20 percent of the student body.
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