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.
Being Community
Learn about Luther’s approach to learning and commitment to community during the global pandemic.
98% of students receive financial aid
We strive to make your education affordable through scholarships, work-study opportunities, loans and grants.
Ideas & Creations Blog
Life as a Music Student During a Pandemic
Luther senior Olivia Steffl shares what it's like to practice music and social distancing at the same time, how she and other students have adjusted, and her reflections on the college she chose.
COVID-19, the Environment, and Human Health
In this post, Professor Jim Martin-Schramm shares how the best available science is the most reliable source of information when it comes to the twin perils of climate change and COVID-19.
Luther Cross Country in the Midst of COVID-19
Women's Track and Field and Cross Country Director Yarrow Pasche describes how student-athletes have adapted to the time of COVID.
Collaborative Development of COVID-19 Behavioral Testing
Learn how Professor Toussaint worked with a team to develop a test that assesses whether someone is behaving in healthy or unhealthy ways regarding COVID-19.
