Our Lady of the Lake University is opening a new door for student success with its No-Cost Master’s Program. This five-year pathway allows first-time incoming freshman students to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree with little to no graduate tuition. The initiative is designed to reduce financial barriers, speed up degree completion, and help students transition into the workforce with advanced credentials.
The program will begin with five participating master’s degrees: business administration, cybersecurity, cybersecurity management, nonprofit management, and social work. OLLU says the effort is part of its broader commitment to making graduate education more accessible for students who demonstrate academic readiness and financial need.
The pilot will launch with 30 available seats for first-time incoming freshman students. To participate, students must complete one of the approved undergraduate degrees within four years, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and meet additional eligibility requirements. While students will still be responsible for books and some fees, the university is covering the bulk of graduate tuition through institutional support.
OLLU leaders say the program reflects the university’s mission to create opportunity, support student achievement, and prepare graduates for meaningful careers. By offering a streamlined and more affordable path to a master’s degree, the university hopes to open new possibilities for students and strengthen the future of the OLLU community.
