Lourdes University
About Lourdes University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lourdes University is a private university in Sylvania, OH. It has a 60.4% acceptance rate and a 50% graduation rate, serving approximately 749 students.
Founded
1958
Location
Sylvania, Ohio
Students
748
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
74.1%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
32.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$29,500
Per year
Avg Net Price
$23,206
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$48,150
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
74.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 74.1% acceptance rate, Lourdes University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Average: 20 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
32.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
87.1%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
53%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
94.4%
$/Student
$12.0K
Class Size
Medium
While 53% finish in 4 years, 87.1% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$29,500
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,460
Books & Supplies
$1,418
Total Cost of Attendance
$45,378
After Financial Aid
$23,206
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,220
Receive Grants
30%
Take Loans
81%
The total cost of attendance runs about $45,378/yr, including $12,460 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,206.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lourdes University fund their education.
While in School
30%
Get Grants
Free money
81%
Take Loans
Must repay
$45,241
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $48K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lourdes University.
Gender
53.4%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
543
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
205
Graduates
33.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
22%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 33.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
543
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lourdes University fields 11 varsity teams with 298 student athletes, about 55% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
Wolverine-Hoosier
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
298
55% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
151
Men
147
Women
9
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lourdes Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,150
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
19 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
15 grads
Marketing
—
13 grads
Psychology, General
—
10 grads
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.