Lourdes University

Lourdes University is a private, religious school in a suburban setting in Sylvania, Ohio. Lourdes University was founded in 1958 and now enrolls around 1,426 students a year, including 1,125 undergrads. Lourdes University provides on-campus housing for up to 432 students. Most students live in off campus housing.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Lourdes University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Lourdes University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Lourdes University students can .

There are no fraternities or sororities at Lourdes University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Lourdes University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Lourdes University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Lourdes University on the Student Life page.

2021 Lourdes University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	89%
Average GPA	3.3
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	14%
Tuition	$21,700

Is Lourdes University a Good School?

There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a closer look at to get a better idea of what Lourdes University offers and if it sounds like a good choice for you.

2017 Acceptance Rate for Lourdes University

It is moderately difficult to get into Lourdes University. Around 89% of applicants get into Lourdes University each year. Last year, 919 students applied to Lourdes University and 821 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Lourdes University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Lourdes University, around 72% come back the next year. Around 28% of students who started at Lourdes University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Lourdes University Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers. Within six months of graduating, 68% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

Lourdes University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. As of 2017, the total market value of the school endowment was $11 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, Lourdes University spends about $10,552 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Lourdes University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. First-year students that attend Lourdes University full-time are awarded $15,391 a year in financial aid, on average.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Lourdes University. Based on this information, how does Lourdes University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Lourdes University a good school for you?

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Where is Lourdes University Located?

Lourdes University is located in the suburban setting of Sylvania, Ohio, less than an hour from Toledo.

If you want to see Lourdes University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Route 23 to Sylvania, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Toledo Express.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Lourdes University and Sylvania are like without leaving home.

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