Luther College
Luther College (Luther) is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Decorah, IA. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Bachelor's degree.
The Luther's 2022 tuition & fees is $46,760. 98% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $32,160.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,802 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $53,200 and it varies by field of study.
Luther ranked 74th in Liberal Arts Colleges and 4th in Iowa Colleges rankings. Luther College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
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| Address | 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA 52101-1045 |
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| Phone | 563-387-2000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences |
| Highest Degree Offered | Bachelor's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Luther College are $46,760.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $47,939 based on the tuition changes over the past five years.
| Undergraduate | $46,760 |
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Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| Undergraduate | $47,939 |
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The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Luther College is 76.07% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 23.39%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,203.
The average graduation rate is 73%. Total 1,802 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $53,200. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Computer Science program shows the highest salary with $71,100 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 76.07% Acceptance Rate / 23.39% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,203 SAT / 26 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 73% |
| Retention Rate | 77%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 9.09% (11 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 1,802 (all undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $32,160 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $53,200 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $18,200 - $71,100 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Luther College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Luther provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Luther. Luther College is religiously affiliated with Evangelical Lutheran Church. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 1,897. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $5,040.
| Religious Affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 1,897 |
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