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Our Lady of Holy Cross College
- 4123 Woodland Drive
- New Orleans, LA 70131
- OPEID College Code: 00202300
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- General Phone: (504) 394-7744
- President: Reverend Anthony J. De Conciliis, C.s.c., Ph.d.
- Website: www.olhcc.edu

- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's Degree
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 1,298

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Mission Statement
- Our Lady of Holy Cross College participates in the teaching mission of the Catholic Church through the heritage and charisma of the Marianites of Holy Cross. The administration, staff, and faculty educate the minds and the hearts of the students through dedicated service and innovative teaching methods. All are challenged to seek truth, goodness and beauty through critical thinking, research and dialogue. Called to be a prophetic presence in an ever-changing world, the college community shares its spiritual, material, and educational resources with all.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Professional (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $15.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $15.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 51%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 36% | 36% | 33% | 22% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,624 | $4,287 | $2,234 | $2,726 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.7% | 0.2% | 3.2% |
| Number in Default | 15 | 1 | 11 |
| Number in Repayment | 545 | 486 | 339 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $7,350 | $6,408 | $6,072 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,350 | $6,408 | $6,072 |
| Books and Supplies | $600 | $500 | $600 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $630 | $600 | $600 |
| Other Expenses | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $630 | $600 | $600 |
| Other Expenses | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $8,730 | $7,658 | $7,422 |
| Out of State | $8,730 | $7,658 | $7,422 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $8,730 | $7,658 | $7,422 |
| Out of State | $8,730 | $7,658 | $7,422 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $8,100 | $7,058 | $6,822 |
| Out of State | $8,100 | $7,058 | $6,822 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | ||||
| Biology, Biological Sciences | - | - | 12 | - |
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||||
| Accounting | - | - | 8 | - |
| Business Administration and Management | - | - | 14 | - |
| Marketing and Marketing Management | - | - | 7 | - |
| Tourism and Travel Services Management | - | - | 1 | - |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences | - | - | 4 | - |
| Education | ||||
| Counseling and Guidance Services | - | - | - | 2 |
| Education | - | - | 17 | 2 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision, Other | - | - | - | 5 |
| Elementary Education | - | - | - | 4 |
| English Language and Literature | ||||
| English Language and Literature | - | - | 3 | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | - | - | 14 | - |
| Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling | - | - | - | 5 |
| Nursing | - | - | 42 | - |
| History | ||||
| History | - | - | 2 | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||||
| General Studies | - | - | 19 | - |
| Humanities, Humanistic Studies | - | - | - | - |
| Psychology | ||||
| Counseling Psychology | - | 3 | 12 | 3 |
| Social Sciences | ||||
| Criminology | - | - | 6 | - |
| Social Sciences | - | - | 3 | - |
| Theology and Religious Vocations | ||||
| Theology, Theological Studies | - | - | 3 | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,298 Undergraduate: 1,128 Graduate: 170
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 239 Female: 1,059
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 199 Female: 929
- Graduate Gender Male: 40 Female: 130
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 637 Part-Time: 661
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 602 Part-Time: 526
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 35 Part-Time: 135
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 12 | 0.9% |
| Black | 252 | 19% |
| Asian | 37 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 63 | 5% |
| White | 802 | 62% |
| Unknown | 132 | 10% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 9 | 0.7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 144 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 211 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 309 | 24% |
| Ages 25-29 | 277 | 21% |
| Ages 30-34 | 125 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 79 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 97 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 37 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.2% |
| Age Uknown | 8 | 0.6% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 175 | 101 | 74 |
| Faculty Status | 122 | 52 | 70 |
| Graduate Assistants | 5 | - | 5 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 120 | 50 | 70 |
| Primarily Instruction | 120 | 50 | 70 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 10 | 10 | - |
| Other Professionals | 19 | 19 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 26 | 22 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 12 | 12 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $44,749 (47) | $43,624 (21) | $45,658 (26) |
| Professor | $50,139 (6) | $49,784 (2) | $50,317 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $46,283 (16) | $47,833 (7) | $45,077 (9) |
| Assistant Professor | $42,593 (24) | $40,190 (11) | $44,627 (13) |
| Instructor | $39,602 (1) | $39,602 (1) | - (-) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $39,994 (3) | $43,716 (1) | $38,133 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $39,994 (3) | $43,716 (1) | $38,133 (2) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $44,027 (50) | $43,266 (22) | $44,625 (28) |
| Professor | $50,139 (6) | $49,784 (2) | $50,317 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $46,283 (16) | $47,833 (7) | $45,077 (9) |
| Assistant Professor | $41,497 (27) | $39,822 (12) | $42,836 (15) |
| Instructor | $39,602 (1) | $39,602 (1) | - (-) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 49%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 25%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 45% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 24% |
| Female | 52% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 9% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| White | 57% |
| Unknown | - |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 8% |
| 5 Years | 35% |
| 6 Years | 36% |
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