Our Lady of the Lake University

Distance Learning at Our Lady of the Lake University

About OLLU

Our Lady of the Lake University is a private, Catholic university with a deep connection to the history and community of San Antonio. Founded in 1895 by the Congregation of Divine Providence, we have developed a reputation for our personal teaching style. OLLU was ranked in Tier 1 of Western master's universities by U.S. News & World Report ("America's Best Colleges 2010").

We are a university that helps students develop their full potential in an environment that's encouraging and stimulating.

OLLU's Online Graduate Program

Our graduate program prepares professionals to provide leadership and make scholarly contributions to the advancement of knowledge in their fields, apply the most current information and technology to decision making and problem solving, work collaboratively, productively, and ethically in culturally diverse settings, and contribute to the mission of the University by serving the needs of their communities.

OLLU is dedicated and open to the changing needs of our students. Professors bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to each course and are available to help students through personal meetings, email or by phone.

About the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership Degree

Study the skills and strategies needed to develop into an inspirational, effective, and ethical leader. Coursework is interdisciplinary in nature, making this program appropriate for professionals in any field where confident stewardship is needed and valued.

About the Master of Business Administration Program

The program approaches advanced business studies from both a theoretical and practical standpoint, encouraging students to think about how strategies and plans can be tailored and implemented to handle various challenges and situations. A specialization in Management allows for deeper study of management principles, while Healthcare Management explores issues and strategies specifically related to the healthcare industry.

About the Information Systems and Security Master's Degree

OLLU's online cyber security degree is certified by the National Security Agency. It provides you the flexibility to continue working while earning an advanced degree and can be completed in one year. You can live and work anywhere while you prepare to protect organizational information from theft, corruption and natural disaster.

About the Master of Social Work Degree

One of only three social work master’s degree programs in the United States that emphasizes service to Hispanic children and families, the fastest-growing demographic community in the nation. Focusing on social work across the life span, this program prepares students for social service leadership and advanced direct practice in a variety of settings and for a variety of clients, from young children to elderly adults (already the single largest group of social service recipients, and growing fast).

About the Master of Science in Nursing Degree

The online MSN from Our Lady of the Lake University features two specializations to help you meet your career goals.

• Nurse Administration is a multidisciplinary leadership program focused on the ethical, legal and financial responsibilities of nurse managers and executives.
• Nurse Education is design for those who wish to pursue opportunities as adjunct professors, clinical instructors or full-time nurse educators.

OLLU Provides Additional Training for New Students

If your undergraduate degree is not in a technical area, you can take OLLU's Cyber Security Boot Camp and be ready to move into the master's program in one semester. Boot Camp is an online program that covers five areas:

• Programming
• Computer Security
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Database Analysis and Design
• Networking Technology

Successful completion of the Boot Camp meets all the prerequisites for the master's program and saves you time and expense.