In order to recognize and encourage excellence in academic achievement, the University acknowledges at commencement those individuals who attain superior performance. Students may be graduated with University or major honors if they have completed at least 45 graded credits at La Roche. A student with a cumulative GPA as follows:
- GPA of 3.900 - 4.000 Summa Cum Laude (with highest honors)
- GPA of 3.750 - 3.899 Magna Cum Laude (with high honors)
- GPA of 3.500 - 3.749 Cum Laude (with honors)
Major honors are awarded by faculty as outlined for the honors program.