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Lourdes University

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Overview

Lourdes University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Sylvania, Ohio, United States. Established in 1958, Lourdes University (LU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. LU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 68-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 70-79%. It is considered a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. LU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Lourdes University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Lourdes University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lourdes University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Lourdes University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
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Acronym LU
Founded 1958
Motto
Colours Terracotta and black
Mascot Gray Wolves

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Location

Address 6832 Convent Boulevard
Sylvania
43560-2898 Ohio
United States
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Lourdes University Phone Number (419) 885 3211
Lourdes University Fax Number (419) 882 3987
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Lourdes University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lourdes University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • Teacher Education Accreditation Council


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Lourdes University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Lourdes University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Lourdes University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Lourdes University's academic range and degree level offering.



Lourdes University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Lourdes University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Lourdes University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Lourdes University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Lourdes University.



Lourdes University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students		 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Lourdes University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Lourdes University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Lourdes University Admission Info


Lourdes University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Lourdes University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Lourdes University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Lourdes University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lourdes University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Lourdes University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Lourdes University's Admission Office Admission Office

6832 Convent Boulevard
Sylvania 43560-2898
(419) 885 5291
800 878 3210

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Lourdes University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Lourdes University Size and Profile


Lourdes University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lourdes University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Lourdes University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Lourdes University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Lourdes University's Control Type Control Type

Lourdes University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Lourdes University's Entity Type Entity Type

Lourdes University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Lourdes University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Lourdes University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Lourdes University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Lourdes University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Lourdes University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Lourdes University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic. Franciscan - www.sistersosf.org



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Facilities and Services

Lourdes University Facilities


Lourdes University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Lourdes University's Library
Lourdes University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 26,649 physical volumes, 397 physical media, 873 digital/electronic media and 517 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Lourdes University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Lourdes University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Lourdes University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 525 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Lourdes University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Lourdes University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Lourdes University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Lourdes University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Lourdes University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Lourdes University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Lourdes University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Lourdes University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Lourdes University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Lourdes University
  • College of Business and Leadership
  • College of Education and Human Services
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Arts and Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Lourdes University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lourdes University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities (AFCU)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lourdes University public or private?

Lourdes University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Lourdes University profit or non-profit?

Lourdes University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Lourdes University in terms of enrollment?

Lourdes University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Lourdes University in terms of academic staff?

Lourdes University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Lourdes University a coeducational institution?

Lourdes University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Lourdes University use?

Lourdes University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Lourdes University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic. Franciscan - www.sistersosf.org

Does Lourdes University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Lourdes University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Lourdes University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Lourdes University LU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). International students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Lourdes University LU located?

Lourdes University is located in Sylvania, Ohio, United States. Address: 6832 Convent Boulevard.

Is Lourdes University LU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Lourdes University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does Lourdes University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Lourdes University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Lourdes University have a university library?

Yes Lourdes University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 26,649 physical volumes, 397 physical media, 873 digital/electronic media and 517 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Lourdes University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Lourdes University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Lourdes University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 525 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Lourdes University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Lourdes University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Lourdes University offer career services?

Yes

Does Lourdes University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Lourdes University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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