Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 44.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 38.1%
- Retention Rate
- 63.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,150
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $209,569 | $109,952 |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics. | Master | $80,858 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $58,249 | $28,151 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $55,964 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $48,432 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $45,198 | $27,000 |
| Education, Other. | Master | $44,649 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $44,384 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $41,937 | |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $37,088 | |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor | $35,060 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $31,305 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $30,771 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $30,047 | $30,937 |
Outcomes Overview
Lourdes graduates earn a median of $48,150 ten years after graduation, putting them at a debt-to-earnings ratio of 56%. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 7% of typical graduate income. The 95.4% employment rate reflects strong job placement, particularly in nursing and healthcare where Catholic universities like Lourdes have established regional networks. Many graduates enter Toledo's growing medical sector or work in Catholic health systems across Ohio. However, the 34.8% loan repayment rate suggests financial struggles for a significant portion of alumni. While healthcare-focused graduates often find steady employment, the overall return on investment remains average due to modest earning potential relative to debt levels.