School Information

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Total Enrollment 2,519
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 12 : 1

Luther College

http://www.luther.edu
700 College Drive, Decorah, Iowa 52101-1045
(563) 387-2000

In the reforming spirit of Martin Luther, Luther College affirms the liberating power of faith and learning. As people of all backgrounds, we embrace diversity and challenge one another to learn in community, to discern our callings, and to serve with distinction for the common good. As a college of the church, Luther is rooted in an understanding of grace and freedom that emboldens us in worship, study, and service to seek truth, examine our faith, and care for all God’s people. As a liberal arts college, Luther is committed to a way of learning that moves us beyond immediate ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting Rural: Fringe
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Luther College, 99.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 96.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $16,374), and 71% receive loans ($7,849 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $5,380. Off campus it is around $5,380.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Luther College is $21,493 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 3,445 people applied to Luther College. Of the applicants, 70.0% were admitted (65.0% male & 73.0% female ) and 27.0% accepted (28.0% male and 27.0% female)

Percent of In-State Undergrads     33.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     89.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     63.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     74.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     76.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline March 1
Admissions Office Phone 800-458-8437
Admissions Office Email www@luther.edu
Admissions Office Address Luther College 700 College Drive Decorah, Iowa 52101
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.luther.edu/admissions/transfer/
Admissions Website http://www.luther.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.luther.edu/admissions/apply
Application Fee $25

In order to be accepted to Luther College, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Luther College SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 500
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 640
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 530
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 670
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 490
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 640
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 23
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 29
ACT English (25th Percentile) 23
ACT English (75th Percentile) 30
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 23
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 29
 
Luther College Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 2
African-American/Black Studies 1
Women's Studies 1
Biological and biomedical sciences 55
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 55
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 69
Accounting 22
Business Administration and Management, General 44
Management Information Systems, General 3
Communication, journalism, and related programs 20
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 20
Computer and information sciences and support services 10
Computer Science 10
Education 33
Elementary Education and Teaching 33
English language and literature/letters 21
English Language and Literature, General 21
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 24
Ancient Near Eastern/Biblical Languages, Lit & Linguistics 0
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General 2
French Language and Literature 3
German Language and Literature 3
Scandinavian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics 1
Spanish Language and Literature 15
Health professions and related clinical sciences 30
Athletic Training/Trainer 6
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 24
History 20
History, General 20
Mathematics and statistics 15
Mathematics, General 12
Statistics, General 3
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 3
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 3
Natural resources and conservation 6
Environmental Studies 6
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 24
Health and Physical Education, General 24
Philosophy and religious studies 13
Philosophy 4
Religion/Religious Studies 9
Physical sciences 9
Chemistry, General 8
Physics, General 1
Psychology 29
Psychology, General 29
Public administration and social service professions 8
Social Work 8
Social sciences 33
Anthropology 6
Economics, General 2
Political Science and Government, General 16
Sociology 9
Visual and performing arts 74
Art/Art Studies, General 25
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 3
Music, General 46
 
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