Lourdes Student Transfer Resources & Information
Bluffton University offers academic programs that align with many of Lourdes University’s areas of study, providing a clear and supportive pathway to degree completion. Through this partnership, Bluffton is committed to a seamless transition that helps students stay on track for on-time graduation with minimal credit loss.
Direct Admission for Lourdes Students
Students in good academic standing at Lourdes University are eligible for direct admission to Bluffton University.
Bluffton University is dedicated to making the transition financially manageable. We will work with Lourdes students to provide financial aid packages that are similar or comparable to the aid they currently receive. While Bluffton does not offer athletic scholarships, institutional aid may be provided as a replacement to support affordability.
Bluffton has developed an academic program crosswalk outlining how Lourdes programs align with Bluffton majors. Bluffton’s education, nursing and social work programs are nationally-accredited. All other programs are regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
| Lourdes University Undergrad Programs | Bluffton University Undergrad Programs |
| Accounting (B.S.) | Accounting (B.A.) |
| Art (A.A., B.A.) | Art (B.A.) |
| Biology (B.A., BS) | Biology (B.A.) |
| Business Administration (B.S.) | Business Administration (B.A.) |
| Criminal and Social Justice (A.A., B.A.) | Criminal justice (B.A.) |
| Education – Adolescence to Young Adult Education (B.S.) | Education - Adolescence to Young Adult Education (B.A.) |
| Education – Intervention Specialist Education Program: K-12 Mild to Moderate (B.S.) | Education – Intervention Specialist Education Program: K-12 Mild to Moderate (B.A.) |
| Education – Middle Childhood Education (B.A.) | Education – Middle Childhood Education (B.A.) |
| Education – Primary Education (B.A.) | Education – Primary Education (B.A.) |
| English (A.A., B.A.) | English (B.A.) |
| Environmental Studies | Environmental science (B.A.) |
| Exercise Science (B.S.) | Exercise Science (B.A.) |
| History (A.A., B.A.) | History (B.A.) |
| Individualized Studies (B.A.) | Individually designed major (B.A.) |
| Marketing (B.S.) | Marketing (B.A.) |
| Nursing – Traditional B.S.N. | Nursing – Traditional B.S.N. |
| Pre-Art Therapy | Pre-Art Therapy |
| Pre-Dentistry | Pre-Dentistry |
| Pre-Law | Pre-Law (Minor) |
| Pre-Medicine | Pre-Medicine |
| Pre-Occupational Therapy | Pre-Occupational Therapy |
| Pre-Physical Therapy | Pre-Physical Therapy |
| Pre-Physician Assistant | Pre-Physician Assistant |
| Pre-Veterinary Science | Pre-Veterinary Science |
| Psychology (B.A.) | Psychology (B.A.) |
| Social Work (B.A.) | Social Work (B.A.) |
| Sports Management (B.S.) | Sports Management (B.A.) |
| Theological Studies (A.A., B.A.) | Theological Studies (B.A.) |
| Lourdes Graduate Programs | Bluffton Graduate Programs |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
| Master of Education Educational Leadership (M.Ed.) | Master of Arts in Education with concentrations in Educational Administration, Reading Endorsement, and Intervention Specialist |
| Master of Education Special Education (M.Ed.) | Master of Arts in Education with concentrations in Educational Administration, Reading Endorsement, and Intervention Specialist |
| Master of Organizational Leadership (MOL) | Master of Arts in Organizational Management |
Bluffton is also updating its Transferology page to include Lourdes coursework for accurate transfer planning: www.transferology.com/school/bluffton
Graduate Student Opportunities
Graduate students in good academic standing are eligible for direct admission into Bluffton’s Master of Arts in Education (MaEd.) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs. Eligible students will also receive a 20% tuition discount to help complete their graduate degree.
Athletic Participation Opportunities
Bluffton welcomes student-athletes who wish to continue their athletic experience.
Guaranteed roster opportunities are available in:
- Cross Country
- Track
- Esports
Additional teams may have limited roster availability. Students are encouraged to contact the director of athletics or the appropriate head coach for more information.
Steps to apply to Bluffton University:
- Complete our FREE Application
- Add Bluffton to FAFSA using school code 003016
- Transfer credit or admission questions – Brianna Ferris, assistant director of admissions, ferrisb@bluffton.edu
- Call us at 419-358-3257 with any other questions
Visit campus, and see yourself here at Bluffton University!
Transfer admissions process:
Brianna Ferris, Assistant Director of Admissions
ferrisb@bluffton.edu
Athletics opportunities:
James Grandey, Director of Athletics
grandeyj@bluffton.edu
We are committed to supporting Lourdes students every step of the way and ensuring a smooth, welcoming transition into the Bluffton community.