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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Sylvania, OH

Lourdes University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OH. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$28,930

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

74.1%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

44.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$48,150

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Lourdes University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Sylvania, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $28,930, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 44.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$115,720

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$18,150

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$65,780

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$247,280

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 44%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Lourdes University is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
56.4%
43.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
72.8%
Black
12.9%
Two or more
5.1%
Unknown
3.6%
Hispanic
2.4%
International
1.9%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$28,930

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,638
$30k - $48k$19,602
$48k - $75k$20,610
$75k+$24,654

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients27.3%
Using Federal Loans59.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment34.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,360
Avg. Pell Grant$4,900
Avg. State/Local Grant$3,897
Avg. Institutional Grant$15,191
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

63.7%

Success

44.1%

In-State Cost

$28,930

Age 25+ Students

22.0%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

475 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Sylvania (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Sylvania (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.