An Iowa College in the Liberal Arts Tradition
Hi, welcome to Luther!
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.
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.
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.
98% of students receive financial aid
We strive to make your education affordable through scholarships, work-study opportunities, loans and grants.
Ideas & Creations Blog
The making of a storyteller
Luther Visual Media Fellow Nathan Riley tells the story of how he became a professional storyteller. See what I did there?
Three Q&A on forgiveness and cancer with Professor Toussaint
Professor Loren Toussaint reflects on unforgiveness during cancer and answers three common questions: What exactly is forgiveness? How can I forgive? Why forgive? in an attempt to help others find peace.
The Life-Changing Magic of Dorian Camp
American Idol winner Maddie Poppe attended Dorian Summer Music Camp... so did Luther Professor Alexandra White's son, and his experience was just as magical.
'Kate Elliott; you are an Ironman.'
Professor Kate Elliott just finished Ironman Boulder, crushing the swim portion, and finishing hearing the words, "Kate Elliott; you are an Ironman." Read on for her encouragements to other women thinking about competing in/completing an Ironman.
