# Our Lady of the Lake University Online Programs > This microsite describes online undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs > offered by Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) in San Antonio, Texas. Programs > span Social Work and Counseling. OLLU is a Catholic, Hispanic-serving institution > founded in 1895 by the Congregation of Divine Providence. Its Worden School of > Social Service is the oldest Social Work school in Texas, and its MSW program is > ranked in the Top 10 nationwide. The site is maintained by iDesign on behalf of > OLLU, which retains full responsibility for academics, admissions, tuition, > financial aid, accreditation, and all other academic functions. ## About OLLU Our Lady of the Lake University was the first San Antonio institution of higher education to receive regional accreditation. It enrolls a diverse student body rooted in Mexican American culture and is ranked #49 in the nation for Upward Social Mobility Post-Graduation. As a Yellow Ribbon School, OLLU offers a 10% tuition discount for active military members and veterans. All online programs offer 24/7 technical support and direct faculty communication. ## Social Work Programs - [BSW - Bachelor of Social Work](/programs/bsw-bachelors-social-work): Fully online undergraduate degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Prepares students for generalist social work practice with individuals, families, and communities. Includes local practicum placement (minimum 450 agency- based clock hours). Students may also earn optional certificates in Dismantling Oppression (DOC), Violence Prevention and Intervention (VPI), or Administration and Leadership (ALC) without extending the program timeline. Total tuition: $61,080. Cost per credit: $509. Duration: 12-48 months. Admission: social work GPA of 2.5 or higher, overall GPA of 2.0 or higher. - [MSW - Master of Social Work](/programs/msw-master-social-work): Specialization in Services to Hispanic Children and Families. CSWE-accredited. Two tracks: - Foundation Program (57 credit hours): For students with a non-social work bachelor's degree. Covers generalist practice before advancing to specialized Hispanic children and families content. Total tuition: $56,487. Duration: 16-38 months. - Advanced Standing Program (30 credit hours): For students with a BSW from a CSWE-accredited program. Accelerated path to specialized coursework. Total tuition: $29,730. Duration: 11-20 months. Cost per credit (both tracks): $991. Includes supervised practicums and internships at public and private social service agencies. ## Counseling Programs Mental health counselor roles are projected to grow 19% by 2033 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). All counseling programs are 100% online with supervised practicum and internship placements, and are designed to align with state licensure requirements. Cost per credit for all MA counseling programs: $991. - [MA in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling](/programs/ma-masters-clinical-rehabilitation): Prepares students to support individuals with physical, psychosocial, developmental, cognitive, and emotional disabilities. Covers legislative acts protecting individuals with disabilities, independent living philosophies, and advocacy. Includes practicum (minimum 40 direct/100 total hours) and internship (minimum 600 total hours across COUN 8375 and/or COUN 8600). Total tuition: $59,460. Duration: 40 months. - [MA in School Counseling](/programs/ma-masters-clinical-school-counseling): Prepares students to guide K-12 students in academic achievement, career planning, and socio-emotional development. Aligned with the ASCA National Model and TEA model. Includes practicum (minimum 40 direct/100 total hours) and internship (minimum 600 total hours across COUN 8325, 8330, and/or 8341). Total tuition: $59,460. Duration: 40 months. - [MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling](/programs/ma-masters-clinical-mental-health): Prepares students for licensure as professional counselors in clinical mental health settings. Details available at the program page. ## Competitive Tuition Context BSW: OLLU $61,080 vs. Spalding $99,000, SMU $64,460, Roberts Wesleyan $68,520. MSW: OLLU $56,487 vs. Texas State $62,000, Baylor $66,000, TCU $128,700. MA Rehabilitation Counseling: OLLU $59,460 vs. GWU $68,000, Baylor $72,000, Winston-Salem State $95,100. MA School Counseling: OLLU $59,460 vs. SMU $64,460, St. Edwards $64,080, UH $96,600. ## BSW Core Curriculum - SOWK 1300: Introduction to Social Work - SOWK 2300: Social Welfare Policy: Programs and Services - SOWK 3311: Principles of Generalist Social Work Practice - SOWK 3312: Principles of Generalist Social Work Practice II - SOWK 3321: Social Welfare Policy: Analysis and Practice - SOWK 3331: Human Behavior: Individuals and Families - SOWK 3332: Human Behavior: Groups, Organizations, and Community - SOWK 3333: Human Behavior and Diverse Populations - SOWK 4483: Social Work Research Methods - SOWK 4452: Social Work Field Placement (min. 450 agency clock hours) - SOWK 4552: Social Work Field Education - SOWK 5314: Generalist Practice in Direct Service (capstone) ## MSW Foundation Program Core Curriculum - SOWK 6315: Generalist Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families and Groups - SOWK 6321: Social Welfare Policy and Services - SOWK 6325: Generalist Social Work Practice with Organizations and Communities - SOWK 6328: Professional Writing for Social Work - SOWK 6331: Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Social Systems - SOWK 6332: Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Individuals and Families - SOWK 6341: Social Work Research I - SOWK 6157/6158/6159: Foundation Integrative Seminars I, II, III - SOWK 8251/8252/8253: Foundation Field Education I, II, III ## MSW Advanced Specialization Courses (both tracks) - SOWK 6347: Evaluation of Social Work Practice with Hispanic Children and Families - SOWK 7332: Social Work Practice with Hispanic Elders - SOWK 7334: Social Work Practice: Hispanic Children and Families - SOWK 7338: Theories and Perspectives: Hispanic Children and Families - SOWK 7366: Hispanics in the U.S.: Policies and Programs - SOWK 7371: Psychopathology - SOWK 7157/7158/7159: Advanced Integrative Seminars I, II, III - SOWK 8255/8256/8257: Advanced Social Work Field Education I, II, III ## MA Counseling Shared Core Courses The following courses appear in both the Rehabilitation and School Counseling tracks: - COUN 6315: Professional Orientation and Ethics - COUN 6325: Assessment and Appraisal - COUN 6330: Career Counseling - COUN 6360: Research Methods and Program Evaluation - COUN 7335: Human Development across the Life Span - COUN 7337: Clinical Diagnosis - COUN 8302: Counseling Theories - COUN 8310: Ethical Issues in Counseling - COUN 8312: Group Dynamics in Counseling (includes 10 hours synchronous small group) - COUN 8314: Multicultural Counseling - COUN 8317: Interventions with Abnormal Behaviors - COUN 8352: Foundational Counseling Skills - COUN 8360: Addictions Counseling - COUN 8370: Couple and Family Counseling ## MA Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling-Specific Courses - COUN 8334: Rehabilitation Service Delivery and Case Management - COUN 8338: Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling Practicum (40 direct/100 total hours) - COUN 8346: Medical & Psychosocial Aspects of Disability - COUN 8368: Introduction to Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling - COUN 8375: Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling Internship 1 (min. 300 total hours) - COUN 8600: Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling Internship 2 (min. 600 total hours) ## MA School Counseling-Specific Courses - COUN 6323: Professional School Counseling Services: Implementation and Evaluation - COUN 6351: Professional Orientation: School Counseling - COUN 8355: Child and Adolescent Counseling - COUN 8390: Counseling Practicum (40 direct/100 total hours) - COUN 8325: School Counseling Internship I - COUN 8330: School Counseling Internship II - COUN 8341: School Counseling Internship III (if needed to reach 600 total hours) ## Admissions - Apply: https://myapp.ollusa.edu/apply/ ## Contact - Phone: 210-598-6463 - Email: mledezma@ollusa.edu - Address: 411 S.W. 24th Street, San Antonio, Texas 78207 - Main university site: https://ollusa.edu