Discover.
who will you
Become? What happens when your learning experiences are dynamic, challenging, and relevant? You try new things, gain a better understanding of yourself, learn more about the world, and find your place in it. that’s why a
luther education lasts long after graduation.
Because Luther takes an interdisciplinary liberal arts approach to learning, you’ll read, discuss, and write about important questions and ideas. You’ll learn how to view an ethical dilemma from multiple perspectives, put together a compelling and well-thought-out argument, and contribute thoughtfully to discussions. You’ll learn how to connect the wisdom from past generations and different cultures to today’s issues and challenges. Why is this important? Because your life after Luther will not be confined to your major. You’ll need to think for yourself, offer solutions to problems, understand different points of view, and defend your opinions. You’ll need these intellectual skills, in addition to the professional skills you’ll gain at Luther, as you build your career, contribute to your community, or try something new. A Luther education will give you the essential tools, skills, and experiences to prepare you for success and allow you to become the person you want to be.
recognized for academic excellence n Luther is a Phi Beta Kappa
institution, an honor given to only 10 percent of all colleges and universities. n U.S. News & World
Report’s “America’s Best Colleges” guide ranks Luther in the top tier of national liberal arts colleges.
n Graduates of Luther
regularly compete for— and earn—prestigious awards such as Fulbright, Goldwater, NCAA Postgraduate, and Rhodes scholarships.
are employed, attending graduate school, engaged in an internship, or doing volunteer work within eight months of graduation.
96% o f l u t h e r G raduat e S
Luther Learning
beyond the classroom widen your worldview
Travel to another continent to intern or pursue your own academic, creative, and service interests. More than 400 Luther students study abroad every year. Since 2010, destinations have included 41 countries. Build your réSumé
Internships, externships, and paid work experiences are vital components of a Luther education. For every major, there are a variety of placement options, from corporations to nonprofits in Decorah, across the nation, and around the globe. do handS-on reSearch
Research at Luther gives you opportunities in an environment typically reserved for graduate school, with direct access to state-of-the-art equipment, a chance to practice the latest in research techniques, and invaluable one-on-one time with faculty and other experts in your field of study.
every Luther student completes an independent senior project. It’s a culminating experience within your major that shows future employers or graduate schools you know your stuff. unl ike mo St co l l eGe S,
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an active, lively campus relationShiPS for life
A close-knit and friendly community, a range of residential living options, and plenty to do make life appealing for Luther students, 90 percent of whom live on campus all four years. a Packed calendar
Luther hosts more than 1,000 events each year, from concerts and academic presentations to Norse athletic events and theatre productions. Luther students are active on campus and in the greater community: n Three-quarters of all students play intramural
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campus organizations
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n Close to 70% volunteer locally and around
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admission and financial aid Admission to Luther College is selective. The admissions committee analyzes an application with the sole purpose of determining a student’s ability to be successful in an academically rigorous liberal arts environment. Luther begins reviewing applications for admission each September for the following academic year. You may apply using Luther’s
own application or the Common Application. See www.luther.edu/admissions/apply for more details. Our Financial Aid Office works in partnership with families to make Luther affordable, with more than 98% of students receiving financial assistance. Awards include merit-based scholarships, needbased aid, work-study, and loans.
visit our campus A campus visit is the best way to learn more about Luther. Take a tour, go to class, have lunch, and meet students, faculty, and coaches. Campus visits are available throughout the year, including many Saturdays. To arrange your visit, simply call 800-458-8437 or go to www. luther.edu/admissions/visit.
luther at a Glance Luther College is a residential liberal arts college founded by Norwegian immigrants in 1861 and is affiliated with the Lutheran church (ELCA). Our 1,000-acre campus is located in Decorah, Iowa. Student Profile
n 2,500 men and women n 38% from Minnesota, 31% from Iowa, 12% from
Wisconsin, 5% from Illinois, 9% from 30 other states, and 5% international students from more than 50 countries
n 7% American students of color faculty Profile
n 178 full-time faculty, for a student-to-faculty ratio
of 12:1
n 96% of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in
their field
n 100% of classes are taught by faculty; there are
no graduate assistants at Luther
n Faculty do all academic advising n Average class size: 20 ncaa diviSion iii SP ortS
n Men’s: Baseball, basketball, cross country,
football, golf, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, wrestling
n Women’s: Basketball, cross country, golf,
soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball
areaS of Study
Accounting* Africana Studies Anthropology* Art Athletic Training* Biology Business (Management) Chemistry Chinese*** Classical Studies** Classics Communication Studies Computer Science Dance Economics Education (Elementary*, Secondary**) English Environmental Studies Exercise Science* French German Health History Information Systems**
Intermedia Arts* International Management Studies+ International Studies Italian*** Linguistics*** Management Mathematics Mathematics/ Statistics* Museum Studies** Music Nursing* Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science* Predentistry+ Preengineering+ Prelaw+ Premedicine+ Preoptometry+ Prepharmacy+ Prephysical Therapy+ Preseminary+ Preveterinary Medicine+ Psychology Religion
700 College Drive, Decorah, Iowa 52101-1042 | 800.458.8437, 563.387.1287 admissions@luther.edu | admissions.luther.edu
Russian Studies Scandinavian Studies Social Welfare** Social Work* Sociology Spanish Theatre Wellness* Women and Gender Studies
* Major only ** Minor only *** Coursework only + Preprofessional program (major chosen from among several relevant disciplines)