Luther College

Located in the small northeast Iowa town of Decorah, Luther College is an undergraduate liberal arts institution of about 2,500 students. The college is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Founded in 1861 by Norwegian immigrants, Luther College offers more than 60 majors and preprofessional and certificate programs leading to the bachelor of arts degree. Its mission statement emphasizes faith, leadership, and community service. Luther College provides equal opportunity for all qualified persons in its educational programs and activities.

Mission
In the reforming spirit of Martin Luther, Luther College affirms the liberating power of faith and learning. As people of all backgrounds, we embrace diversity and challenge one another to learn in community, to discern our callings, and to serve with distinction for the common good.

As a college of the church, Luther is rooted in an understanding of grace and freedom that emboldens us in worship, study, and service to seek truth, examine our faith, and care for all God’s people.

As a liberal arts college, Luther is committed to a way of learning that moves us beyond immediate interests and present knowledge into a larger world—an education that disciplines minds and develops whole persons equipped to understand and confront a changing society.

As an academic community, the students and faculty of Luther College are committed to liberal learning in the arts and sciences. A Phi Beta Kappa chapter—one of only 280 nationwide—attests the academic excellence of the college and its students. Courses are conducted by 181 full-time teaching faculty, 89 percent of whom hold a Ph.D. or other terminal degree. The ratio of students to faculty is 12:1.

Library
Library and Information Services (LIS) provides integrated library and information technology support to the Luther College community. The combined LIS organization was created in 1997 when the Library and the Computer Center administratively merged.

Courses Offered

• Undergraduate Programs
• Graduate Programs

Contact Details
Luther College
700 College Drive
Decorah, Iowa 52101 USA
Phone: 563-387-2000
800-4 LUTHER (800-458-8437)
Official Website: http://www.luther.edu/