Overview
Loras College is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Dubuque, Iowa. There are currently 1,087 undergraduates at Loras and the school’s acceptance rate is 92%. The tuition at Loras is $38,298.
Loras is affiliated with the Roman Catholic faith. Many schools have religious affiliations but only some of them incorporate their affiliation in a way that shapes the student experience. If you have any questions about the role of the Roman Catholic faith at Loras, be sure to reach out to their admissions officers.
City
Scholarships & Financial Aid
$50,841
$29,784
$21,057
Cost Breakdown
Estimated Cost:
$50,841The sticker price at Loras is $50,841. This includes the cost of tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and other miscellaneous expenses.
The cost of attendance can vary from year to year and will typically rise over your four years in college. That said, colleges will recalculate your financial aid every year to take price increases and changes in your financial situation into account.
College costs can look different for every student based on their financial situation. To get a more accurate picture of what tuition at Loras would look like for you, try entering your financial information into their Net Price Calculator.
Loras College Financial Aid
To apply for financial aid at Loras College, you’ll need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The FAFSA uses financial information from the prior, prior year. That means you can submit the form even if you or your parents haven’t filed last year’s taxes.
The FAFSA code for Loras College is 001873.
If you are looking for more information on how to complete the FAFSA, check out Scholarships360’s How to Complete the FAFSA Guide.
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See more Iowa scholarshipsPell Grants at Loras College
22% of students at Loras College receive Pell Grants.
The federal government awards Pell Grants to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need by filling out the FAFSA. Students with a bachelor’s or professional degree are not eligible. Pell Grants do not be repaid. If you receive a Pell Grant, the award amount should remain consistent at any college you gain admission to. You can learn more about Pell Grant eligibility here.
Outside Scholarships
Students can use outside scholarships to supplement their financial aid package at Loras. Outside scholarships are awards offered by private and non-profit organizations separate from their college. To browse vetted, reliable outside scholarships, check out our popular lists:
Admissions
92%
Is Loras test-optional?
Loras College is test-blind, which means that it does not allow applicants to submit their SAT or ACT scores. That means that they won’t consider these scores from any applicant. Decisions are based more heavily on grades, extracurricular activities, essays, interviews, and other factors.
Academics
Student/Faculty Ratio
12:1
Graduation Rate
70%
Popular Majors
Percent of Students
Business, Management, & Marketing
22%
22% of graduates
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies
16%
16% of graduates
Communications & Journalism
10%
10% of graduates
Psychology
7%
7% of graduates
Public Administration & Social Services
7%
7% of graduates
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
6%
6% of graduates
Engineering
6%
6% of graduates
Education
4%
4% of graduates
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting & Related Protective Services
4%
4% of graduates
English Language & Literature
3%
3% of graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.
2%
2% of graduates
Social Sciences
2%
2% of graduates
Mathematics
2%
2% of graduates
Philosophy & Religious Studies
2%
2% of graduates
History
2%
2% of graduates
Computer & Information Sciences
2%
2% of graduates
Languages & Literatures
1%
1% of graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,087
Pell Grant 25%
Undergrad Students Over 25 5%
Part-Time Undergrad Students 3%
Percent Male / Female 60% / 40%
Ethnic Diversity at Loras
74% White
9% Hispanic
5% Unknown
5% International / Non-Citizen
4% Black
2% Multiracial
1% Asian / Pacific Islander
Student Outcomes
Graduate Income
$58,289
Median Debt $26,000
Debt 10 years after graduation $276
Graduation Rate 70%
What is the graduation rate at Loras College?
70% of students who start at Loras College finish their degree within six years of enrolling. This is 12% more than the national median. A higher graduation rate indicates that students have better experiences at an institution.
How much do graduates of Loras College go on to earn?
The median income of students 10 years after starting at Loras College is $58,289. This is $7,898 more than the national median.
This data is from the College Scorecard, which only surveys students from Loras College who received federal financial aid.
Graduate earnings can vary widely based on many factors other than school choice. Major and career path are two important factors in how much a student goes on to earn. For more information, check out Scholarships360’s article on the average starting salary out of college.
How much do students at Loras take out in loans?
Graduates of Loras take out a median of $26,000 in federal student loans. This is $12,500 more than the national median. As you make decisions about your college loans, be sure to inform yourself on the advantages and disadvantages of each loan option. Scholarships360’s guide to navigating these different options is a great place to start.
Data Sources
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