Admissions Office

Luther College
700 College Drive
Decorah, Iowa 52101

admissions@luther.edu

Phone: 563-387-1287

Inside College Admissions

We work with thousands of students each year as they go through the college search process. We know it can be a stressful time, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Luther’s Inside College Admissions blog covers many topics. Campus visits, applying for college, getting financial aid, and preparing to arrive at college—to name a few. Browse for tips, ideas, and reassurance. We’re here to help!

Two students sit on a couch and chat.

You may feel nervous about how to make new friends in college. Instead of fretting, let’s talk about these fears. We will debunk four common concerns about making friends, and show you that going to college is not as scary as you think it will be.

April 15, 2025
Professor Maren Johnson in her office with a student, looking at a laptop

Transferring colleges can be an exciting opportunity for growth. While it may come with challenges, it’s also a chance to build a new community, explore fresh opportunities, and find a college experience that truly fits you. 

March 14, 2025
Two students talk in a neat residence hall room.

By staying organized as a student you won’t feel like you’re just keeping your head above water, and you’ll be able to enjoy your college experience all the more. Read about how you can stay organized and why it is important. 

March 10, 2025
3 students cook together at a stove.

Do you like to cook? Are you wondering how you can cook in college? College students are busy people with limited resources, space, and time. Learn how to produce tasty meals in your own college dorm room!

February 24, 2025
A student tour guide takes prospective student and family members on a campus tour.

Whether you’ve had your dream school in mind for years or you’re overwhelmed by the college search process, making the most of your college visits is key. Here’s how to get the most out of your time on campus.

January 31, 2025
A student wearing headphones looks at her laptop, studying

It’s easy to feel like the financial aid process is daunting and complicated—but it doesn’t have to be. Read this post, and you will be able to prepare for college confidently with the information you need.

January 17, 2025
Two students and a professor work together in a microbiology lab.

Experiential learning is all about getting hands-on and actually applying what you learn in class to real-life situations.

January 10, 2025
Students walk past the Luther Bell.

Diversity on college campuses is essential; it broadens our perspectives, encourages personal growth, and prepares us to engage meaningfully with others around us. But, how do you engage with diversity? Find our top tips for embracing diversity. 

November 27, 2024
Student looks at a camera

The experience you gain from the work-study employment program for college students can play a key role in your future career and personal development.

November 8, 2024
people help first year students move in to campus

One question every first-year college student asks is, “What do I bring to college?” Since most residential colleges require first-year students to live on campus in a residence hall, we’ve provided a list for students in that situation.

August 27, 2024

Admissions Office

Luther College
700 College Drive
Decorah, Iowa 52101

admissions@luther.edu

Phone: 563-387-1287