1958
Sylvania, OH

About Lourdes University

Lourdes University is a private Catholic and Franciscan liberal arts school. Inspired by this tradition, Lourdes emphasizes both academic and service learning. The school boasts excellent career and graduate school placement rates. Lourdes University graduates go on to serve as business leaders, educators, social workers, and health care professionals.

Lourdes offers both traditional online degree programs as well as competency-based online programs. 

Traditional online programs mirror, in many ways, in-person classrooms and coursework. 

  • This track is convenient, allowing most students to work in addition to pursuing a degree

Competency-based online programs provide a customized experience. 

  • Students advance through the program at your own pace, paying a flat tuition rate per semester
  • Each student receives individualized mentorship from a faculty member
  • Asynchronous classes allow students to complete classwork at their own schedule

Accreditation & Licensing

Lourdes University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Type:

4-year, Private not-for-profit

Highest Level Offered:

Doctor's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Roman Catholic

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 1,148 ; Graduate: 234

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 14% ; Graduate: 43%

Graduation Rate:

38%

Transfer Rate:

52%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$48,150

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$27,000

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

74%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$18,927

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Lourdes University is located in Ohio

Ohio at a Glance:

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Columbus
11,799,448
44,825 sq mi
14
51
23
$10,500.00

Top Incentives in Ohio:

Top Career Pathways in Ohio:

Manufacturing Engineering
  • Entry Level: Process Engineer ($65,000)
  • Mid Level: Senior Engineer ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Engineering Director ($150,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Engineering
  • Certifications: PE, Six Sigma
Healthcare Innovation
  • Entry Level: Clinical Innovation Specialist ($70,000)
  • Mid Level: Innovation Manager ($105,000)
  • Senior Level: Healthcare Director ($160,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Healthcare Administration
  • Certifications: ACHE, CPHIMS
Software Development
  • Entry Level: Software Engineer ($70,000)
  • Mid Level: Senior Developer ($110,000)
  • Senior Level: Technical Director ($150,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Computer Science
  • Certifications: AWS, Azure
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Online Programs offered by Lourdes University

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Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Doctor of Nursing Practice / Leadership for Population Health