You're Not Just a Number
Our analysis of first year Loras College students has shown that students' cumulative, high school GPA is the strongest predictor of college success. We are excited to share our holistic approach to the admission process—and based on your GPA, your path to admission could be Test Optional.
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Small class sizes, dedicated full-time faculty and our award-winning, community-based learning programs give you the foundation to stand out and complete your bachelor’s degree.

Our master’s, certificate, postbaccalaureate, and licensure programs are designed to help strengthen the connections between academic learning and your profession.

At Loras College, we welcome transfer students with a simple 3-step process – so when you’re ready to complete your journey, your accomplishments can come with you.

Loras College is one of the first colleges in the nation to offer #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarships to undergraduate international students.
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Reliable Returns
Ranked second among private schools in Iowa for Return on Investment by Affordable Colleges Online, Loras gives you the resources to help you succeed. We do this by building a strong connection between academic learning and the real world. If you want an excellent and relevant college experience, we invite you to take a closer look and apply. Because what you learn here is what will make the biggest difference out there.
Financial Aid & Tuition
We are committed to helping our students make their degrees affordable- 100% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid.
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When you’re ready to launch your Loras future, submit your deposit online—safely, easily and immediately.
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Find Your Admission Representative
or reach out to Loras College Office of Admission
directly with any of your concerns:
Graduate
Megan Henderson
Director of Admission:
Graduate and Professional Education Programs
1450 Alta Vista Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
Office: 563.588.7140
megan.henderson@loras.edu
Undergraduate
Kyle Klapatauskas
Director of Admission Recruitment & Retention
Undergraduate Programs
1450 Alta Vista Street
Keane Hall Room #100
Dubuque, IA 52001
563.588.7639
kyle.klapatauskas@loras.edu