Luther College

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Remote
Degrees offered	Undergraduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	2,156
Religious affiliation	Evangelical
Student to faculty ratio	11 to 1
Acceptance rate	76%
Students retention rate	84%
On-time graduation rate	73%

Located in Decorah, Iowa, Luther College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that Luther College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Luther College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Luther College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Luther College boasts an impressive student retention rate of 84% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 86% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

76.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$46,760

Cost of attendance at Luther College in 2022 for students from Iowa.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Iowa's average	$9,543
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$46,760

Cost of attendance at Luther College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Iowa's average	$25,701
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Luther College received on average $34,281 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$34,281

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	100	22%	$4,162	$416,229
Other Federal Grant	416	92%	$2,071	$861,692
State Grant/Scholarships	62	14%	$5,345	$331,365
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	452	100%	$31,642	$14,302,046
Total Grant & Scholarships	452	100%	$34,281	$15,495,103

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Luther College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Luther College students is 72.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 76.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 67.9%.

72.5%

asian 62.5% 5 students
African American 50.0% 10 students
white 74.3% 384 students
hispanic 53.1% 17 students
International Students 82.9% 29 students
Mixed Race 66.7% 6 students

Sport Conferences

Football American Rivers Conference
Baseball American Rivers Conference
Basketball American Rivers Conference
Track and Cross Country American Rivers Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Luther College provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Luther College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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