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Martin Luther College
Martin Luther College
NEW ULM, MN . 4 Year 3.9
#731 in Best Colleges in America
1995 LUTHER CT NEW ULM, MN 56073

Overview

Martin Luther College is a private, residential college of ministry located in New Ulm, Minnesota. It is operated by the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) and is committed to preparing students for ministry within the synod. The college offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as pastoral ministry, Lutheran elementary and secondary education, and staff ministry. The educational experience at Martin Luther College is rooted in the Bible and emphasizes Christian values and leadership. Beyond academics, students participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, including music, athletics, and service organizations, fostering a strong sense of community and spiritual growth.

Rankings

  • 21

    #21 in Best Colleges for Education in America

  • 4

    #4 7 in Best Online Colleges in America

  • 47

    #47 in Best Online Colleges in America

  • Best Colleges for Education in America 21 of 972
  • Best Online Colleges in America 47 of 265
  • Best Colleges for Religious Studies in America 59 of 378

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • B+Value
  • B Diversity
  • BCampus
  • C+Athletics
  • CParty Scene
  • C+Professors
  • BLocation
  • BDorms
  • A Campus Food
  • B+Student Life
  • ASafety

Majors

  • Elementary Education
    60 Graduates
  • Religious Vocations
    42 Graduates
  • Divinity, Ministry, and Pre-Theology
    35 Graduates
  • Early Childhood Education
    23 Graduates
  • Science Teacher Education
    19 Graduates
  • Educational Administration
    9 Graduates
  • Education
    7 Graduates
  • Social Studies Teacher Education
    7 Graduates
  • Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
    6 Graduates
  • English and Speech Teacher Education
    5 Graduates

Admissions

  • May 1
    Application Deadline
  • 91%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $35
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    1080-1250
  • ACT Range
    21-27
  • SAT/ACT
    Required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,090
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    75%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    96%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    652 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    143
  • Undergrads Over 25
    16%
  • Pell Grant
    30%
  • Varsity Athletes
    43%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Upper Midwest Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)

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