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Catholic college

Our Lady of the Lake University

  • LocationSan Antonio, TX
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 2,096 students
  • SponsorCongregation of Divine Providence (Sisters of Divine Providence)
Official website

Our Lady of the Lake University is a Catholic, Hispanic-serving university in San Antonio, Texas, founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Divine Providence. Its Division of Mission and Ministry lists a Sunday 7 PM liturgy in Sacred Heart Chapel and Tuesday through Thursday liturgies at 12:30 PM in Constantineau Chapel. The university says all undergraduates take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course; the core details are limited to that statement.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 2

  • Sunday7:00 PMSacred Heart Chapel (Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel)
  • Tuesday–Thursday12:30 PMConstantineau Chapel · Listed as Daily Liturgy under the heading 'Sunday and Weekday Mass'.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 12, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Liturgy, Worship, and Sacraments | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/liturgy-and-worship.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Sundays – 7 p.m. – Liturgy – Sacred Heart Chapel”
    A Sunday liturgy is held at 7 PM in Sacred Heart Chapel during the academic semesters.
    “Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 12:30 p.m. – Daily Liturgy – Constantineau Chapel”
    A daily liturgy is held at 12:30 PM Tuesday through Thursday in Constantineau Chapel.

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Catholic churches nearby

Map of Our Lady of the Lake University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.5 mi1 mi2 miSacred Heart Conventual Chapel: 0.0 mi1San Juan de Los Lagos Catholic Church: 0.5 mi2Saint Jude Catholic Church: 0.7 mi3Christ the King Catholic Church: 0.9 mi4Saint Timothy Catholic Church: 1.0 mi5Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church: 1.1 mi6Our Lady of the Lake University (campus)N0.5 mi
CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel — 0.0 mi
  2. San Juan de Los Lagos Catholic Church — 0.5 mi · 3231 El Paso Street, San Antonio
  3. Saint Jude Catholic Church — 0.7 mi · 130 South San Augustine Avenue, San Antonio
  4. Christ the King Catholic Church — 0.9 mi · 2610 Perez Street, San Antonio
  5. Saint Timothy Catholic Church — 1.0 mi · 1515 Saltillo Street, San Antonio
  6. Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church — 1.1 mi · 1204 Castroville Road, San Antonio

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

CSacramental life: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

55 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic year3–4 weekdays (Daily Liturgy on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM in Constantineau Chapel. Constantineau Chapel is marked on the official campus map beside Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Liturgy, Worship, and Sacraments | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/liturgy-and-worship.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 12:30 p.m. – Daily Liturgy – Constantineau Chapel”
      A daily liturgy is held at 12:30 PM Tuesday through Thursday in Constantineau Chapel.
    2. Campus Map 2026 | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/visit/_resources/ollu-campus-map-2026.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Constantineau Chapel”
      Constantineau Chapel is marked on the official campus map alongside Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)One weekend Mass (One weekend Mass: Sunday 7 PM in Sacred Heart Chapel.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy, Worship, and Sacraments | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/liturgy-and-worship.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sundays – 7 p.m. – Liturgy – Sacred Heart Chapel”
      A Sunday liturgy is held at 7 PM in Sacred Heart Chapel during the academic semesters.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Scheduled confession on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adorationNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priests serving studentsPart-time or visiting priest (A published Mass schedule means a priest serves students at least part-time. The Ring Blessing page refers to 'the university chaplain' without a name.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy, Worship, and Sacraments | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/liturgy-and-worship.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sunday and Weekday Mass”
      The liturgy page lists Sunday and weekday Masses.
      “Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 12:30 p.m. – Daily Liturgy – Constantineau Chapel”
      A daily liturgy is held at 12:30 PM Tuesday through Thursday in Constantineau Chapel.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration1 to 5 times a week (4 weekly times documented: 4 Mass, 0 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
N/ATheology and core curriculum: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Theology and core curriculum

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (All undergraduates take one religious studies course in the General Education Curriculum, per the university's Serving the Community page.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Serving the Community | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/serving-the-community.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Through our General Education curriculum, all undergraduate students take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course mentored by faculty.”
      All undergraduates take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course through General Education.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (One philosophy course is required of all undergraduates, per the Serving the Community page.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Serving the Community | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/serving-the-community.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Through our General Education curriculum, all undergraduate students take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course mentored by faculty.”
      All undergraduates take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course through General Education.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/ACampus culture and residence life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Campus culture and residence life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)One (One professional ministry leader is counted: Gloria Urrabazo, Vice President for Mission and Ministry. The Assistant to the VP and the deacon listed as Wedding Coordinator and Sacristan are not counted.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Meet the Team | OLLU Sacred Heart Conventual Chapelollusa.edu/chapel/meet-the-team.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Gloria Urrabazo Vice President of Mission and Ministry Office: 210-528-7170 gaurrabazo@ollusa.edu”
      Gloria Urrabazo is Vice President of Mission and Ministry, with a published office phone and email.
    2. University Leadership | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/leadership/index.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Gloria Urrabazo serves as the Vice President for Mission and Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake University.”
      A Vice President for Mission and Ministry leads the Division of Mission and Ministry.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (One student retreat is listed: the Annual Saints Spring Retreat. The Living a Life of Abundance staff retreat is for staff and is not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission and Ministry | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/index.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Annual Saints Spring Retreat”
      The Office of Mission and Ministry hosts an Annual Saints Spring Retreat.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Single-sex residence optionsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (Vice President for Mission and Ministry leads the Division of Mission and Ministry.)
    Sources (1)
    1. University Leadership | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/leadership/index.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Gloria Urrabazo serves as the Vice President for Mission and Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake University.”
      A Vice President for Mission and Ministry leads the Division of Mission and Ministry.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (Center for Service-Learning and Volunteerism, with staff who coordinate service-learning classes and service projects.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Service-Learning and Volunteerism | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/get-involved/center-for-service-learning-and-volunteerism/index.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The CSLV coordinates academic service-learning classes, advises the vOLLUnteer Unity Council student organization, organizes regular and weekly service projects”
      The Center for Service-Learning and Volunteerism coordinates service-learning classes and regular service projects.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumRequired of all students (All undergraduate students take a service-learning course mentored by faculty, per the Serving the Community page.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Serving the Community | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/serving-the-community.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Through our General Education curriculum, all undergraduate students take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course mentored by faculty.”
      All undergraduates take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course through General Education.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Two or more (Several programs: the vOLLUnteer Unity Council annual Alternative Spring Break trip, West Side housing partnerships, and CWCS events on immigration and environmental justice.)
    Sources (2)
    1. vOLLUnteer Unity Council | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/get-involved/center-for-service-learning-and-volunteerism/volunteer-unity-council.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The VUC works with the CSLV to coordinate an annual alternative spring break trip where OLLU students travel together and work on a shared project.”
      An annual alternative spring break service trip is coordinated by the VUC.
      “We have partnered with Opportunity Homes to restore historic murals in West Side public housing and with Building Hope Together to help our neighbors age in place in dignity.”
      The VUC partners on affordable housing and aging-in-place projects on the West Side.
    2. Programming | Center for Women in Church and Societyollusa.edu/campus-life/get-involved/center-for-women-in-church-and-society/programming.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Immigration and environmental justice”
      The Center for Women in Church and Society has hosted events on immigration and environmental justice.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Not enough information: not found in official sources.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Mass is offered on Sunday at 7 PM and on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM, with the weekday liturgies in Constantineau Chapel.
    Sources (2)
    1. Liturgy, Worship, and Sacraments | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/liturgy-and-worship.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sundays – 7 p.m. – Liturgy – Sacred Heart Chapel”
      A Sunday liturgy is held at 7 PM in Sacred Heart Chapel during the academic semesters.
      “Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 12:30 p.m. – Daily Liturgy – Constantineau Chapel”
      A daily liturgy is held at 12:30 PM Tuesday through Thursday in Constantineau Chapel.
    2. Campus Map 2026 | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/visit/_resources/ollu-campus-map-2026.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Constantineau Chapel”
      Constantineau Chapel is marked on the official campus map alongside Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel.
  • All undergraduates take a service-learning course mentored by faculty, along with a religious studies course and a philosophy course.
    Sources (1)
    1. Serving the Community | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/serving-the-community.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Through our General Education curriculum, all undergraduate students take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course mentored by faculty.”
      All undergraduates take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course through General Education.
  • A staffed service center (CSLV) and a student service organization (VUC) run an annual alternative spring break trip and West Side housing projects.
    Sources (2)
    1. Center for Service-Learning and Volunteerism | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/get-involved/center-for-service-learning-and-volunteerism/index.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The CSLV coordinates academic service-learning classes, advises the vOLLUnteer Unity Council student organization, organizes regular and weekly service projects”
      The Center for Service-Learning and Volunteerism coordinates service-learning classes and regular service projects.
    2. vOLLUnteer Unity Council | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/get-involved/center-for-service-learning-and-volunteerism/volunteer-unity-council.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The VUC works with the CSLV to coordinate an annual alternative spring break trip where OLLU students travel together and work on a shared project.”
      An annual alternative spring break service trip is coordinated by the VUC.
      “We have partnered with Opportunity Homes to restore historic murals in West Side public housing and with Building Hope Together to help our neighbors age in place in dignity.”
      The VUC partners on affordable housing and aging-in-place projects on the West Side.
  • A Vice President for Mission and Ministry leads the division and the university's Catholic mission programs.
    Sources (1)
    1. University Leadership | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/leadership/index.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Gloria Urrabazo serves as the Vice President for Mission and Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake University.”
      A Vice President for Mission and Ministry leads the Division of Mission and Ministry.

Concerns

  • No Saturday Mass and no scheduled confession or Eucharistic adoration appear on the official worship pages.
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy, Worship, and Sacraments | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/liturgy-and-worship.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sundays – 7 p.m. – Liturgy – Sacred Heart Chapel”
      A Sunday liturgy is held at 7 PM in Sacred Heart Chapel during the academic semesters.
      “Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 12:30 p.m. – Daily Liturgy – Constantineau Chapel”
      A daily liturgy is held at 12:30 PM Tuesday through Thursday in Constantineau Chapel.
  • The core is described as one religious studies course.
    Sources (1)
    1. Serving the Community | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/about/serving-the-community.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Through our General Education curriculum, all undergraduate students take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course mentored by faculty.”
      All undergraduates take a religious studies course, a philosophy course and a service-learning course through General Education.
  • Only one student retreat is listed among the Office of Mission and Ministry's traditions.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission and Ministry | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/index.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Annual Saints Spring Retreat”
      The Office of Mission and Ministry hosts an Annual Saints Spring Retreat.

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Campus ministry home

Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel (Office of Mission and Ministry)

  • Address: 411 S.W. 24th Street, San Antonio, TX 78207
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel (Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel), Constantineau Chapel, Office of Mission and Ministry (Elliott House, Room 103)

Source: ollusa.edu, verified Oct. 12, 2026, ollusa.edu, verified Oct. 12, 2026, ollusa.edu, verified Oct. 12, 2026, ollusa.edu, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

13 groups and regular activities · 7 on campus, 1 off campus, 5 location not published

Service 3

  • Alternative Spring Break (vOLLUnteer Unity Council)Off campus
    Annual, spring break
    Annual trip coordinated with the CSLV where students work on a shared project; destinations vary.
    ollusa.edu
  • Loaves and Fishes
    Each final exam period
    Mission and Ministry hosts meals and snacks for students during finals, with university offices donating and serving.
    ollusa.edu
  • vOLLUnteer Days of Service
    Throughout the academic year
    Campus-wide service days, with a focus on Make a Difference Week, Random Acts of Kindness Week and National Volunteer Week.
    ollusa.edu

Faith formation 2

  • CDP Social Justice Living-Learning CommunityOn campus
    Freshman living-learning community on social justice, with faith and spirituality, a service project, and a $1,000 stipend.
    ollusa.edu
  • Confirmation classes and RCIA
    Sacramental classes for students, faculty and staff who wish to receive Confirmation. RCIA offered in partnership with Archdiocese of San Antonio universities.
    ollusa.edu

Liturgy and prayer 5

  • Sunday LiturgyOn campus
    Sundays, 7 PM, during the academic semesters
    Liturgy in Sacred Heart Chapel.
    ollusa.edu
  • Daily Liturgy (weekdays)On campus
    Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 12:30 PM
    Weekday liturgy in Constantineau Chapel.
    ollusa.edu, ollusa.edu
  • Graduation LiturgyOn campus
    Liturgy in Sacred Heart Chapel before commencement, where graduates receive a final blessing.
    ollusa.edu
  • Candlelight (Advent prayer service)On campus
    Annual, Advent
    Advent prayer service, Christmas caroling in the Moye Rotunda, and a formal dinner and dance.
    ollusa.edu
  • Spirit Day Mass
    Annual Mass in which the community prays for the guidance of the Holy Spirit for the new academic year and honors faculty and staff years of service.
    ollusa.edu

Other 2

  • Dia de los MuertosOn campus
    Each November
    Community gathering at the university Grotto, procession to the Sisters of Divine Providence Cemetery, and prayer for the dead.
    ollusa.edu
  • Las PosadasOn campus
    Annual reenactment of Mary and Joseph seeking shelter, followed by music, dances and food.
    ollusa.edu

Retreats 1

  • Annual Saints Spring Retreat
    Spring
    Annual retreat listed among the Office of Mission and Ministry's traditions.
    ollusa.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (5)
  1. University Ministry | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/university-ministry.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Our Lady of the Lake University Ministry is rooted in Catholic identity along with the foundation inherited by the Congregation of Divine Providence.”
    University Ministry is rooted in Catholic identity and the Congregation of Divine Providence.
    “Contact Ministry@ollusa.edu or call (210) 431-3973.”
    University Ministry publishes a general office email and phone number.
  2. OLLU Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/chapel · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel (SHCC) at Our Lady of the Lake University holds profound significance for both the university and the broader community.”
    The Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel is at Our Lady of the Lake University.
  3. Map and Directions | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/visit/map-directions.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Our Lady of the Lake University is located at 411 S.W. 24th Street in San Antonio, Texas, 78207”
    The university is at 411 S.W. 24th Street in San Antonio, Texas 78207.
  4. Campus Map 2026 | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/visit/_resources/ollu-campus-map-2026.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Constantineau Chapel”
    Constantineau Chapel is marked on the official campus map alongside Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel.
  5. Honoring Our Heritage | Our Lady of the Lake Universityollusa.edu/campus-life/faith-exploration/honoring-our-heritage.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Our Catholic identity is shaped by our founders, the Sisters of the Congregation of Divine Providence”
    The university's Catholic identity is shaped by the Congregation of Divine Providence.

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Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
59 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.46%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.63%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.11 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$13,476

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Campus facts

SportsNAIA · Red River Athletic Conference
SettingCity
ROTCArmy
Study abroadOffered
Students per faculty member11 to 1

Federal data (IPEDS). None of this changes the faith grades.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
1,147
Total students2,096
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$16,442
Cost of attendance (per year)$42,865
Median federal debt at graduation$24,999
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
46%
First-year retention63%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$48,675
Admission rate—
Students receiving Pell grants57%

Value index: 45 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Archdiocese of San Antonio

The Most Reverend Gustavo García-Siller, Archbishop of San Antonio

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: archsa.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Diocese determined from the county, using the diocese’s county list (Wikipedia). Confirm with the diocese.

About this school’s data

  • IPEDS unit ID 227331
  • Carnegie classification: Doctoral/professional university
  • Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Questions families ask

Is Our Lady of the Lake University a Catholic college?
Yes. Our Lady of the Lake University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of San Antonio. Its sponsor is Congregation of Divine Providence (Sisters of Divine Providence).
Where is Mass celebrated at Our Lady of the Lake University?
Mass is listed at Sacred Heart Chapel (Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel) and Constantineau Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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