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
Being an African American: Both Sides of the Coin
In this article, student Ursula Damtse '22 shares how she identifies as a Ghanaian-American and why it's important to embrace both parts of her identity.
Why All of Us Need to Learn African American History
In this post, Professor Kelly Sharp discuss the important role educators play in shaping how students view themselves and the world, and how there is no shame in being critical of our nation’s past and present.
There is Life in this Cemetery
Join Luther students on their adventure of retracing the steps of Mary Shelley through England, Switzerland, and Italy while she composed her famous novel Frankenstein (1818) amid a whirlwind of personal turmoil, important friendships, and significant travel.
Student Research Topics in Paideia 450
Read how Luther students are exploring how differences in cultural norms and moral values influence ethical debates about contemporary issues in Norway.
