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 2017 graduates, 94% 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
Anxiety in this COVID Time (Or Anytime)
COVID-19 has produced some form of anxiety for most of us. In this article, professor emeritus Paul Gardner talks about how he manages his concerns about the pandemic and other potentially stressful situations.
Golf as Life: Coaching During a Pandemic
In this article, David Lester, Head Women's Golf Coach, describes what it's like to coach during the pandemic. Even though his team can't play right now, he knows they're going to be just fine through all of this and make a big impact in their world after college.
A Letter to My Students on Our Last Day of Class
In this post, Professor Rachel Brummel shares a letter to the students in her ENVS 250 course and reflects on the importance of learning and community.
Luther: 10 Years Later
In this article, Head Men's Swimming and Diving Coach, Aaron Zander, shares what he's learned in his relationship with Luther College as a former student and in his current role.
