65%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,791 |
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| Declined | + 1,497 |
| Total Received | 4,288 |
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| Name | Location |
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| Iowa State University | Ames, IA |
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| Chaminade University of Honolulu | Honolulu, HI |
| Grand View University | Des Moines, IA |
| University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA |
| Simpson College | Indianola, IA |
| Creighton University | Omaha, NE |
| Briar Cliff University | Sioux City, IA |
| Cornell College | Mount Vernon, IA |
| Drake University | Des Moines, IA |
| SAT | 6375 |
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| ACT | 1330 |
Luther College, founded in 1861, is a residential, liberal arts institution affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Its 200-acre campus is located in Decorah, IA.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 2,053 |
| Established in | 1861 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Lutheran |
| Accredited by |
• CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • HLC Higher Learning Commission • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) |
200-acre campus in Decorah (population: 7,918), 120 miles from Minneapolis-St. Paul, 200 miles from Des Moines, and 350 miles from Chicago. Major airport serves Minneapolis-St. Paul; smaller airport and train serve La Crosse, WI (50 miles); smaller airport and bus serve Rochester, MN (75 miles). School operates transportation to Minneapolis and Rochester airport at the beginning and end of scheduled breaks and to Ankeny/Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Iowa City; Rockford, IL; Madison, WI; and to Chicago O'Hare Airport.
Luther College
700 College Drive
Decorah, IA 52101-1045
| Application fee | |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
65%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,791 |
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| Declined | + 1,497 |
| Total Received | 4,288 |
Class rank
Recommendations
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Particular talent/ability
Alumni/ae relationship
Essay
Interview
Minority affiliation
Volunteer Work
Geographical residence
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Work Experience
Scot Schaeffer
Vice President for Enrollment Management
P: 563 387-1287
F: 563 387-2159
admissions@luther.edu
| Tuition | $41,950 |
| Room | $4,420 |
| Board | $5,040 |
| Additional fees | $340 |
| Books & supplies | $1,040 |
| Total | $52,790 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $35,397 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $17,393 |
89%
$35,397
Need-based
| Federal | $2,237,763 |
| State | $1,394,386 |
| Institutional | $35,594,517 |
| Other external | $3,303,227 |
| Total | $42,529,893 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $62,304 |
| State | $1,800 |
| Institutional | $10,322,414 |
| Other external | $733,322 |
| Total | $11,119,840 |
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48%
Transfer applicants accepted
57%
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 | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Minimum transfers must complete
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 73 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Brazil India Nepal Swaziland Vietnam Zimbabwe |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
English lab Host family program International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Jon Lund
Center for Global Learning
563 387-1062
global@luther.edu
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