92%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,172 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 97 |
| Total Received | 1,269 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Clarke University | Dubuque, IA |
| Marquette University | Milwaukee, WI |
| Seton Hall University | South Orange, NJ |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL |
| University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA |
| Simpson College | Indianola, IA |
| The University of Scranton | Scranton, PA |
| Gannon University | Erie, PA |
| Caldwell University | Caldwell, NJ |
| Creighton University | Omaha, NE |
| SAT | 6370 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 1328 |
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Founded in 1839, Loras is Iowa's first college and the second oldest Catholic college west of the Mississippi. Housed on 60 acres in residential Dubuque, Iowa, Loras offers a private, liberal arts education.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 1,524 |
| Established in | 1839 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Accredited by |
• ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
60-acre campus in Dubuque (population: 58,531), 75 miles from Cedar Rapids. Served by air and bus; major airport serves Chicago (150 miles); train serves Cedar Rapids. School operates transportation to local colleges. Public transportation serves campus.
Loras College
1450 Alta Vista Street
Dubuque, IA 52004-0178
| Application fee | $25
(waived if filed online) |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Neither |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Considered if submitted SAT or ACT Required |
92%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,172 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 97 |
| Total Received | 1,269 |
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Minority affiliation
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Particular talent/ability
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Kyle Klapatauskas
Director of Admissions, Recruitment & Retention
P: 800 245-6727
F: 563 588-7119
admissions@loras.edu
| Tuition | $31,418 |
| Room | $4,000 |
| Board | $3,840 |
| Additional fees | $1,468 |
| Books & supplies | $1,100 |
| Total | $41,826 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $26,390 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $15,436 |
89%
$26,390
Need-based
| Federal | $1,623,001 |
| State | $1,489,478 |
| Institutional | $17,371,770 |
| Other external | $101,977 |
| Total | $20,586,226 |
|---|
Non-need-based
| Federal | $17,240 |
| State | $5,650 |
| Institutional | $8,229,826 |
| Other external | $149,763 |
| Total | $8,402,479 |
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Transfer applicants accepted
54%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Recommended of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of All |
Maximum transfered
90
Minimum transfers must complete
30
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 17 |
|---|---|
| Countries most often represented |
Bulgaria China Colombia Germany Kenya South Africa |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Amanda Sharkey
Admissions Representative
800 245-6727
amanda.sharkey@loras.edu
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