by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a OLLU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how OLLU measures up.
OLLU is ranked #1,654 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Texas, it ranks #96 of 184 for value.
Among the majors OLLU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Communication Sciences & Disorders | #91 of 127 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #91 of 127 |
| Communication Sciences | #166 of 238 |
| Social Work | #247 of 433 |
| Exercise Science | #252 of 547 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #261 of 425 |
| Public Administration & Social Service | #305 of 552 |
| Public Administration | #305 of 552 |
| Health & Physical Education | #366 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #366 of 757 |
Read the full OLLU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Our Lady of the Lake University is ranked #92 out of #201 in Texas for quality and #96 out of #184 for Texas value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the OLLU financial aid page to be sure.
Our Lady of the Lake University is ranked #1,654 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Our Lady of the Lake University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at OLLU costs about $17,773. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $71,091 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $43,058 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,442 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,773 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $71,091 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about OLLU net price and the factors that affect it.
What OLLU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a OLLU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $172,232 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,091 | #1,654 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $65,768 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $172,232 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,091 | #96 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $65,768 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at OLLU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,664 |
| $30K–$48K | $24,620 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,021 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,902 |
| Over $110K | $19,614 |
About 95% of OLLU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,670 per year. Get more details on the OLLU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average OLLU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.