An Iowa College in the Liberal Arts Tradition

Distinguished Faculty

Professor Anita Carrasco has been granted a Carson Writing Fellowship in Germany.
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Summer Research

From scoring a film to studying political perceptions, students often collaborate with faculty on research projects over the summer.
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Academic Adventures

Luther students share scenes from their study away around the world during the past year.
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Real-World Opportunities

Whether on campus, in the local community, or abroad, Luther students get valuable, hands-on experiences.
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Valley Cam

Tune in to see a live view of the beautiful Oneota Valley from behind the Dahl Centennial Union.
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We're a private liberal arts college in beautiful Decorah, Iowa.

60+ Majors, Minors, and Programs

At Luther you are at the intersection of passionate people and big ideas. Over cups of coffee, in the classroom, and halfway around the world, our faculty will inspire you for life.

Majors, Minors, and Programs

A Residential Campus Community

Campus is the center of life at Luther. First-year residence halls are designed to help you meet new people and make lifelong friends. You’ll find a home here.

Student Life at Luther

Proven Outcomes

A Luther education can take you anywhere. Among 2014–16 graduates, 98% went on to employment, graduate or professional school, or to volunteer positions within seven months.

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98% of students receive financial aid

We strive to make your education affordable through scholarships, work-study opportunities, loans and grants.

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Ideas & Creations Blog

June 19, 2017
Ayni: To Help One Another

Miriam Sellers, Luther class of 2017, reflects on her recent experiences with the NGO Heifer International, and her discovery of a guinea pig farm in Cusco, Peru.
May 26, 2017
Fending Off “Day 2” at Luther College

Professor Brad Miller evaluates Amazon CEO Jeff Bezo's policy of treating every day as "Day 1," and translates his ideas into the context of Luther College.
May 17, 2017
Celebrating sexual and gender diversity

Thomas C. Johnson, Luther assistant professor of communication studies, reflects on teaching film through a feminist lens and the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
May 15, 2017
Learning Globally

Loren Toussaint, Luther professor of psychology and associate director of the Sierra Leone Forgiveness Project, reflects on his "study abroad" experience in the historic town of Coburg, Germany and how global learning can benefit us in more ways than one.