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Our Lady of the Lake College, commonly referred to as OLOLC, was established in 1923. It was initially named the Our Lady of the Lake School of Nursing. In 1995, the institute was rechristened Our Lady of the Lake College. This co-educational college is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The institution awards master’s, bachelor’s and associate’s degrees in more than 20 academic areas. Several technical programs are also offered by OLOLC. The institute comprises two schools and a Health Career Institute. The academic schools include:
Our Lady of the Lake College supports a large number of clubs and organizations including the Student Government Association, Clinical Laboratory Science Association, Practical Nurse Association, and Student Nurses Association, among others.
Baton Rouge, LA is home to Our Lady Of The Lake College. Baton Rouge is a medium-sized city. Students select the school partly because it is a Roman Catholic school. Our Lady Of The Lake College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Master's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in nursing and emergency medicine and medical administration.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
Our Lady Of The Lake College has 2,103 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at the school are female.
More complete details are provided below.
Our Lady Of The Lake College
7434 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4380
General Phone: (225) 768-1700
http://www.ololcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 301 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, nurse anesthetist, nursing administration |
| Medical Support and Technology | 77 | physician assistant, radiographer, clinical lab tech, surgical tech, respiratory therapy assistant, health service and sciences |
| Liberal Arts | 33 | liberal arts and sciences, humanities |
| Therapy and Counseling | 23 | physical therapist assistant, psychology, behavioral sciences |
| Medical Administration | 18 | health services administration |
| Science | 9 | biology |
| Medicine | 1 | gerontology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 0 | forensic science |
Number of programs and degrees for Our Lady Of The Lake College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 326 | 9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 84 | 9 |
| Master's degree | 51 | 3 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Our Lady Of The Lake College had a total enrollment of 2,103 students (1,888 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 20% |
| Women | 80% |
| Full-Time | 78% |
| Part-Time | 22% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 93% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 69% |
| Black | 24% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 38 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Baton Rouge, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 245 | 201 | 82% | 89 | 44% |
| Men | 36 | 27 | 75% | 18 | 67% |
| Women | 209 | 174 | 83% | 71 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 21 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 87% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,464 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,464 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,512 |
Financial Aid:
Our Lady Of The Lake College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3106200)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 63 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 7 | $69,852 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $29,994 | 14 | $69,252 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $49,808 | 23 | $70,686 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $76,066 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $51,223 | 10 | $58,920 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $37,801 | 24 | $50,227 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 9 | $46,964 | 40 | $56,224 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
LIBERAL ARTS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Services Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Physician Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences
Physical Therapist Assistant
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Our Lady Of The Lake College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Has ROTC (air force)
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