UToledo Finalizes Teach-Out Agreement to Support Lourdes Students

UToledo Finalizes Teach-Out Agreement to Support Lourdes Students

The University of Toledo and Lourdes University have signed a comprehensive Teach-Out Agreement to ensure that Lourdes students have a clear, supported pathway to complete their degrees as Lourdes University prepares to conclude academic operations at the end of the 2025-26 academic year.

"This agreement reflects our unwavering commitment to our students," said Sr. Nancy Linenkugel, OSF, president of Lourdes University. "While this moment is difficult for our university community, we are grateful to partner with The University of Toledo to ensure that our students can continue their educational journey with stability, support, and respect for the investment they have made in their education."

The agreement establishes The University of Toledo as the primary teach-out partner for Lourdes students whose programs align with offerings at UToledo. The partnership is designed to provide Lourdes students with the opportunity to complete their academic programs with minimal disruption while maintaining affordability and access to student services.

As part of the agreement, UToledo will serve as the permanent custodian of Lourdes student records, including transcripts and related academic documentation, in accordance with state and federal regulations governing academic record retention.

Under the agreement, Lourdes students actively enrolled during the 2025-26 academic year will be eligible to transfer to UToledo through a streamlined process designed specifically for them.

"The University of Toledo welcomes Lourdes students in Rocket Nation and affirms that we will make every effort to assure their success," UToledo President James Holloway said. "Our UToledo campus has the benefits of both a major research university and a close-knit community where students are supported by faculty and staff who care for them as individuals."

Key provisions of the agreement include:

• Guaranteed admission for eligible Lourdes students transferring into aligned programs at UToledo.

• Waived application and enrollment fees for all Lourdes teach-out students.

• Acceptance of previously earned credits to the greatest extent permitted, along with a waiver of typical residency requirements.

• Comparable or lower tuition costs, ensuring students do not pay more than they would have at Lourdes.

• Individual financial aid review and counseling, including assistance to maintain affordable out-of-pocket costs.

• Access to academic advising, student services, housing, and campus life opportunities at UToledo.

• Support for clinical placements, internships, and other program requirements so students can remain on track to graduate.

The agreement is structured so that students have the opportunity to complete their programs within the same timeframe - or sooner - than originally anticipated at Lourdes.

In addition to supporting current students, the agreement also ensures the long-term preservation of Lourdes academic records.

This arrangement ensures that:

• Lourdes graduates and former students will continue to have permanent access to official transcripts and academic records.

• Records will be securely maintained and available indefinitely, consistent with legal and accreditation requirements.

• Alumni and former students will have a clear institutional contact for future transcript requests and verification needs.

The University of Toledo and Lourdes University will work closely together to coordinate admissions, advising, financial aid counseling, and transfer logistics for Lourdes students who choose to continue their studies at UToledo.

The agreement remains in effect through Dec. 31, 2026, with provisions allowing Lourdes students to enroll in summer 2026, fall 2026, or spring 2027 at UToledo.

For additional information, visit utoledo.edu/admission/lourdes.