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Our Lady of Holy Cross College
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Our Lady of Holy Cross College Academics
Our Lady of Holy Cross College (OLHCC) is dedicated to small classes and individual attention. The school offers an array of undergraduate programs including allied health, history, and theology among others. OLHCC also has a developing graduate program offering a Master of Arts in Education as well as a Master of Arts in Theology.
The school provides undergraduate programs for students looking to enter the field of medicine. There are four programs to choose from including pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-pharmacy, and pre-veterinarian medicine. All pre-professional bachelor’s degree programs require a minimum grade of C and a 2.5 GPA in professional course work.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College also offers many programs online including a Nursing Program that leads to a Registered Nursing degree. OLHCC considers its academic support services to be top notch and provides its students with online tutorials in writing, placement and proficiency testing, and many pre-college courses designed to help developing college students.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College Admissions
Our Lady of Holy Cross College offers an open enrollment to all candidates including high school graduates, students holding their GED, and transfer students from accredited universities. The school requires a non-refundable application fee for first time students and all paperwork for admission must be received three weeks prior to the first day of registration. OLHCC does accept online applications.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College delivers college credit classes to high school students by way of the High School Scholars Outreach Program. The program offers students who have completed their sophomore year to start taking college classes early with written permission by their principal.
Graduate admissions require a completed written application form along with a written essay discussing the student’s career goals, official transcripts from previous course work, and three letters of recommendation. The school also asks for aptitude test scores from the Graduate Record Examination for the counseling and theology programs or the Millers Analogies Test for Education programs.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College Financial Aid
The financial aid staff at OLHCC are members of the Office of Enrollment Services and are dedicated to helping students with their financial needs.
Enrollment counselors are in the office from 8:30 AM until 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. Appointments may be scheduled at these times, however, walk-ins are accepted.
All counselors are appointed to students according to their last name.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College Students
OHLCC was founded in 1916 and is located minutes from downtown New Orleans. Founded by the Ministry of Marianites of Holy Cross, the school sticks closely to its Catholic ideals. The Office of the Campus Ministry is a place for students who need an environment that fosters support. There are also many faith- based activities at the school including prayer groups, retreats and evenings of reflection.
Volunteer groups are a staple of the student body. The annual “Bread for the World/Walk for the Hungry” gives the students a chance to help the community by volunteering their time assisting those in need.
The Student Governing Body at OHLCC is centered around getting every student involved and encourages all students to get involved.
Anytime Fitness is a 24 hour a day gym located seconds from the campus.
Along with the school activities on campus, New Orleans is a town rich with culture and excitement and offers a host of activities within and around the city.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College Athletics
OHLCC offers many sports on and off campus including bowling, flag football, softball, soccer and volleyball. The school is not affiliated with an intercollegiate athletics program.
Information Summary
Ranks 1352nd overall and 17th in Louisiana
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
65.9 |
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| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$8,730 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
14 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
74% / 52% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
1,194 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near New Orleans, LA 70131-7399
| Surrounding community | Midsize city (inside urban area, pop. between 100,000 to 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,397 (27,250 urban / 1,147 rural) |
| Households | 10,327 (2.71 people per house) |
| Median Household Income | $45,592 |
| Families | 7,418 (3.23 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 12,024 |
| Pop. — Asian | 1,635 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 13 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 187 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 14,469 |
| Pop. — Other | 508 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges — Diverse Fields
| Undergraduate | Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate professional (education dominant) |
| Undergraduate Population | Medium full-time four-year, inclusive |
| Enrollment | Very high undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Small four-year, primarily nonresidential |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Master's degree |
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| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
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| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Our Lady of Holy Cross College?
Ranks 3227th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $6,720 | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $315 | $315 | $315 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $280 | $280 | $280 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $6,192 | $6,192 | $6,192 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $315 | $315 | $315 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $344 | $344 | $344 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $8,730 | $8,730 | $8,730 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $8,730 | $8,730 | $8,730 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $8,100 | $8,100 | $8,100 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $6,072  $7,350 |
$6,072  $7,350 |
$6,072  $7,350 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
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| Books & Supplies | $600  $600 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | $600  $630 |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | $150  $150 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $600  $630 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $150  $150 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $150  $150 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Our Lady of Holy Cross College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Our Lady of Holy Cross College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | $630 |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Our Lady of Holy Cross College Ranks 4074th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $1,219 | 78 |  76% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $2,446 | 76 |  74% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $1,512 | 10 |  10% |
| Student Loan Aid | $2,805 | 78 |  76% |
| Any financial aid type | 78 |  76% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Our Lady of Holy Cross College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 33 | 203 | 236 |
Hispanic | 10 | 45 | 55 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 9 | 30 | 39 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 4 | 5 |
White Non-Hispanic | 159 | 631 | 790 |
Race Unknown | 14 | 55 | 69 |
| Total | 226 | 968 | 1,194 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at Our Lady of Holy Cross College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 1 | 5 | 6 |
Hispanic | 1 | 7 | 8 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 1 | 2 | 3 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | N/A | 1 |
White Non-Hispanic | 13 | 46 | 59 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 18 | 60 | 78 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Our Lady of Holy Cross College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 | 42 | |
| 5 | 14 | 19 | |
| N/A | 19 | 19 | |
| 2 | 16 | 18 | |
| 5 | 9 | 14 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
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| Accounting | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 2 | 10 | 12 | |||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 2 | 12 | 14 | |||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 1 | 3 | 4 | |||||
| Counseling Psychology | 4 | 2 | 12 | 18 | ||||
| Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | 2 | 2 | ||||||
| Criminology | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | ||||
| Education, General | 1 | 1 | 17 | 19 | ||||
| Educational Administration and Supervision, Other | 1 | 4 | 5 | |||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 1 | 2 | 3 | |||||
| General Studies | 4 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 19 | |||
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 3 | 3 | 8 | 14 | ||||
| History, General | 2 | 2 | ||||||
| Humanities/Humanistic Studies | ||||||||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | ||||
| Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling | 5 | 5 | ||||||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 5 | 2 | 35 | 42 | ||||
| Social Sciences, General | 1 | 2 | 3 | |||||
| Theology/Theological Studies | 3 | 3 | ||||||
| Tourism and Travel Services Management | 1 | 1 | ||||||
| Total | 30 | 16 | 1 | 144 | 191 |
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Our Lady of Holy Cross College Ranks 2680th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $43,682 ($43,432 male / $43,803 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 52 (17 male / 35 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 90 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.6 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $434,274 |
Our Lady of Holy Cross College Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College is a small, coeducational, Catholic college in New Orleans, Louisiana. Holy Cross College sits on a 15 acre campus in a park setting in a middle-class residential section on the outskirts of the city. The college offers undegraduate degrees in education, nursing, business, health sciences, humanities and social sciences.
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