General Education at La Salle University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Education, take a look at what La Salle University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
La Salle University is in Philadelphia, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 72 general education degrees were granted at La Salle University.
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Online & Distance Learning at La Salle University
Online coursework is an option at La Salle University. Among 3,153 students, 649 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 489 (16%) took at least some classes online.
General Education Rankings at La Salle University
Use these rankings to compare La Salle University’s General Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #3 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #7 of 58 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #11 of 19 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #72 of 406 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #267 of 397 |
Earnings for General Education Graduates from La Salle University
Graduates of La Salle University’s General Education program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $55,298 |
| 2 years | $53,608 |
| 3 years | $57,694 |
| 4 years | $64,560 |
| 5 years | $69,890 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, General Education graduates from La Salle University report median earnings of $64,560, compared with $77,245 for all La Salle University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of General Education graduates at La Salle University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Education graduates at La Salle University are 81% women (58) and 19% men (14).
General Education Master’s Program at La Salle University
Of the 72 master’s general education degrees awarded at La Salle University, 81% were women (58) and 19% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Education master’s degree recipients at La Salle University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 67 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 7% of General Education master’s degree recipients at La Salle University, lower than the national average of 36%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Education Concentrations at La Salle University
This General Education program at La Salle University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Education | 72 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Education Graduates
Students who finish General Education program at La Salle University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for General Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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