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Our Lady of the Lake University

OLLU

San Antonio, Texas 78207-4689

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Our Lady of the Lake University is a private institution in San Antonio with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

42% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,675 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,760.

Established
1895
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division I

Plan Your Visit

Acceptance
SAT Avg
1,110Students
11:1Student:Faculty
42%Grad Rate
$48,675Earnings 10yr
$17,760Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Our Lady of the Lake University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$31,728
Room & Board$10,706
Total Cost of Attendance$42,137
Average Net Price$17,760
Median Debt at Graduation$24,999
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$17,664
$30–48K$24,620
$48–75K$16,021
$75–110K$14,902
$110K+$19,614

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,084

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (71)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

58%

Negative
  • 58% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,110
Gender Split
67% / 33%
Women / Men
First Generation
48%
Pell Grant Recipients
57%

Race & Ethnicity

White 8%
Black 7%
Hispanic 74%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate42.4%
Freshman Retention58.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$41,195
10 Years$48,675

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Saints

SoccerTennisGolfBasketballBasketball gameTrackBasketball stunsBasketball ends

History & Fun Facts

  • History In 1895, construction began on the main campus of what would become Our Lady of the Lake College.
  • By 1896, high school educational programs were underway.
  • The first college program began in 1911 as a two-year curriculum for women.
  • In 1919, the curriculum was expanded to four years and the institution was admitted to membership in the Texas Association of Colleges.
  • Graduate study began in 1942 and was coeducational from its inception; all programs became fully coeducational in 1969.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SAT San Antonio9 mi
AUS Austin75 mi
IAH Houston Intercontinental196 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1767 mi · ~51h 3m drive
New York, NY1584 mi · ~45h 46m drive
Hartford, CT1675 mi · ~48h 23m drive
Providence, RI1737 mi · ~50h 11m drive
Albany, NY1649 mi · ~47h 38m drive
Syracuse, NY1555 mi · ~44h 55m drive
Rochester, NY1496 mi · ~43h 13m drive
Buffalo, NY1432 mi · ~41h 22m drive
Philadelphia, PA1508 mi · ~43h 34m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1293 mi · ~37h 21m drive
Harrisburg, PA1433 mi · ~41h 24m drive
Newark, NJ1576 mi · ~45h 32m drive
Washington, DC1388 mi · ~40h 6m drive
Baltimore, MD1419 mi · ~41h drive
Atlanta, GA884 mi · ~25h 32m drive
Charlotte, NC1106 mi · ~31h 57m drive
Raleigh, NC1236 mi · ~35h 42m drive
Miami, FL1151 mi · ~33h 15m drive
Orlando, FL1038 mi · ~29h 59m drive
Tampa, FL980 mi · ~28h 19m drive
Nashville, TN826 mi · ~23h 52m drive
New Orleans, LA510 mi · ~14h 44m drive
Richmond, VA1335 mi · ~38h 34m drive
Chicago, IL1054 mi · ~30h 27m drive
Detroit, MI1240 mi · ~35h 49m drive
Minneapolis, MN1112 mi · ~32h 7m drive
St. Louis, MO794 mi · ~22h 56m drive
Kansas City, MO705 mi · ~20h 22m drive
Indianapolis, IN1001 mi · ~28h 55m drive
Columbus, OH1141 mi · ~32h 58m drive
Cleveland, OH1259 mi · ~36h 22m drive
Milwaukee, WI1110 mi · ~32h 4m drive
Dallas, TX254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
Houston, TX192 mi · ~5h 33m drive
Austin, TX75 mi · ~2h 10m drive
San Antonio, TX3 mi · ~5 min drive
Los Angeles, CA1199 mi · ~34h 38m drive
San Francisco, CA1485 mi · ~42h 54m drive
San Diego, CA1123 mi · ~32h 27m drive
Seattle, WA1784 mi · ~51h 32m drive
Portland, OR1716 mi · ~49h 34m drive
Denver, CO801 mi · ~23h 8m drive
Phoenix, AZ844 mi · ~24h 23m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1085 mi · ~31h 21m drive
Honolulu, HI3707 mi · ~107h 5m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

San Antonio (SAT)9 miles
Rental car
14 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
18 min$11-18
Austin (AUS)75 miles
Rental car
113 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
150 min$90-150

Deadline Calendar

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