Our Lady of the Lake College

      Our Lady of the Lake College traces its origin to 1923 when a small group of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady arrived in Baton Rouge and started both a hospital and a small nursing school. In the 80 years between then and now, that small nursing school has grown into an institution widely recognized for its specialized programs in the health sciences. The first change was from a diploma school of nursing to a two-year, associate degree granting college in 1990. The second change was in 1998 when baccalaureate degrees were added. The first associate degrees were accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges in the early 1990s: bachelor degree programs were added and became accredited beginning in 1998. Various programs also hold National certification by appropriate professional organizations.

      Today we are nursing and a whole lot more. Our new associate degrees and baccalaureate degrees in the health sciences, the humanities, and the liberal arts attract increasing numbers of students. Over the years we have added programs, added buildings, added faculty, and added staff. Increasing numbers of health science-oriented students recognize that the programs available at Our Lady of the Lake College lead to excellent employment opportunities. Moreover, they lead to careers that allow individuals to make a very positive impact on society.

     Every year since 1923 has brought growth and change to our college. Growth and change have intensified the past few years as we have added more programs, more faculty and staff, more buildings, and expanded enrollments across the campus.

     Welcome to Our Lady of the Lake College. Our programs are challenging, and the rewards for success are great. You have chosen well.