Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Luther College is a private institution in Decorah with particular strength in health sciences and biology. With an average SAT of 1238, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,850 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,635.
Established
1861
Motto
Soli Deo Gloria
Type
Private college
Conference
American Rivers Conference (originally known as the Iowa
73%Acceptance
1238SAT Avg
1,454Students
10:1Student:Faculty
75%Grad Rate
$59,850Earnings 10yr
$25,635Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate73.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1238
Reading & WritingMid: 579
550650
MathMid: 624
548668
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2229
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$50,320
Room & Board$11,180
Books & Supplies$1,040
Total Cost of Attendance$62,845
Average Net Price$25,635
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$16,937
$30–48K$17,977
$48–75K$22,180
$75–110K$25,995
$110K+$31,047
Programs (43)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,454
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
13%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%
Race & Ethnicity
White 73%
Black 4%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 2%
Int'l 13%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate75.0%
Freshman Retention79.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$49,541
8 Years$52,207
10 Years$59,850
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,700
Men
$61,700
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Iowa Intercollegiate
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia