D
Below Average
Score: 44/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
40/100 · earnings-weighted

Lourdes University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Sylvania, Ohio 43560
Lourdes University campus, Sylvania, OH
Lourdes University campus, Sylvania, OH. Photo: Laurenpippin, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
F
13/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
F
21/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,014
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
74%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lourdes University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$48,150
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,158
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
32.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
20
Median ACT
30%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 56% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 34th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Lourdes University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$67,414$70,971-20%#939 of 966#922$28,151
Business Administration, Management and Operations$40,983$50,958-25%#1070 of 1176#1026$27,000
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies$22,921$45,057-19%#186 of 207#171$21,810
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$33,041————$30,937

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Lourdes University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $328,923
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,092/mo — vs ~$689/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 43607 (11.2% cap, Toledo)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $26,010 $26,010
Room $6,200
Board $5,920
Total Cost (On-Campus) $49,439 $49,439

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
91%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,014
Total Students
59%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 2%
Black 11%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 56%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lourdes University?
Lourdes University has an acceptance rate of 74%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Lourdes University?
Tuition at Lourdes University is $26,010 for in-state students and $26,010 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Lourdes University?
The graduation rate at Lourdes University is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lourdes University a good school?
Lourdes University has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lourdes University?
Lourdes University has a total enrollment of 1,014 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology