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Loras College is one of the three Catholic colleges in the Archdiocese of Dubuque, situated in Dubuque, Iowa. The Loras College was established in 1839 by Rev. Mathias Loras, the first Bishop of Dubuque. The sprawling campus of the institute covers an area of 65 acres.
This liberal arts institute offers more than 40 undergraduate majors and programs of study. The students of Loras College can choose from courses in disciplines such as accounting, interpretation, biochemistry, history, mathematics, economics, and gender studies, among others.
The athletics department of Loras College sponsors teams in sports including basketball, baseball, soccer, golf, and cross country. Nicknamed the Duhawks, the teams are members of the NCAA Division III and the IIAC.
Loras is in a small city, in Dubuque, IA. The school has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation. Loras is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
There are more programs of study at Loras than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at the school include nutrition and exercise therapy.
Loras does not admit all applicants. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 490 and 568.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here Loras does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
Loras, in 2007-2008, had 1,591 students (1,471 full-time equivalent).
Most students at the school attend full-time. Loras is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Loras makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Loras, as a Catholic liberal arts college, creates a community of active learners, reflective thinkers, ethical decision-makers, and responsible contributors in diverse professional, social, and religious roles."
More complete details are provided below.
Loras College
1450 Alta Vista
Dubuque, IA 52004-0178
General Phone: (563) 588-7100
http://www.loras.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 80 | accounting, marketing, business management, finance, business, MIS, human resources |
| Liberal Arts | 59 | English, history, creative writing, Spanish language, political science, sociology, economics, international relations, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 56 | physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, special ed, education of blind, educational administration, early childhood education, adult education, secondary teaching, ... |
| Science | 32 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physical sciences, chemistry courses |
| Therapy and Counseling | 26 | psychology, clinical psychology |
| Media | 24 | public relations, mass communication, journalism |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 18 | exercise science, athletic trainer, sports and fitness management, health and physical education |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 15 | computer and media applications, computer science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 13 | criminal justice and safety |
| Religion and Philosophy | 12 | theological and ministerial studies, philosophy, religion |
| Family and Social Work | 12 | social work |
| Engineering | 6 | engineering physics |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics |
| Music | 2 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Loras in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 335 | 43 |
| Master's degree | 22 | 10 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Loras had a total enrollment of 1,591 students (1,471 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 93% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 41% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Iowa | 47% |
| Illinois | 35% |
| Wisconsin | 8% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Minnesota | 3% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
Loras offers campus housing for 1,027 of its 1,471 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Dubuque, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Iowa Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 18 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,659 | 1,172 | 71% | 388 | 33% |
| Men | 855 | 586 | 69% | 194 | 33% |
| Women | 804 | 586 | 73% | 194 | 33% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Math | 490 | 568 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 5% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 24,438 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 24,438 |
| Room and board | $ 6,727 |
| Room charge | $ 3,420 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,370 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Loras participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 187300)
Loras has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 46 | 24 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 16 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 28 | $62,915 | 7 | $64,329 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 25 | $53,043 | 15 | $50,878 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $45,803 | 15 | $44,936 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 69 | $55,322 | 39 | $50,612 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Vision Impairments/ Blindness
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Special Education and Teaching, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING
Engineering Physics
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Loras Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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