- AcademicsB+
- ValueA
- DiversityB-
- CampusB
- AthleticsC+
- Party SceneB-
- ProfessorsC+
- LocationC+
- DormsA-
- Campus FoodB
- Student LifeB+
- SafetyA
Martin Luther College is ...
Private not-for-profit, Lutheran
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Upper Midwest Athletic Conference
Martin Luther College Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
83%
SAT Range
1080-1380
ACT Range
21-27
Application Fee
$35
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost
Net Price
$18,300/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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- Simple, straightforward student loans with an easy application
- Flexible repayment options, and strong borrower protections
Academics
Professors
C+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 92%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.12 responses
- 83%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.12 responses
- 75%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.12 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Elementary Education
61 GraduatesDivinity, Ministry, and Pre-Theology
39 GraduatesEarly Childhood Education
28 GraduatesTheological and Ministerial Studies
23 GraduatesEducation
16 GraduatesMusic Teacher Education
7 GraduatesEnglish and Speech Teacher Education
3 GraduatesPhysical Education Teaching and Coaching
3 GraduatesScience Teacher Education
3 GraduatesSocial Studies Teacher Education
3 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
718Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
35%
Varsity Athletes
34%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
96%
Poll
- 78%
- of students say they don't have Greek life.9 responses
Poll
- 69%
- of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.13 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$36,900/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
73%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%- 100%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.5 responses
Martin Luther College Reviews
136 reviews
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I have completed my freshman year at Martin Luther College, and it exceeded my expectations. Being on a relatively small campus allows students to get to know each other easily and create strong friendships. I have enjoyed getting to know my classmates and see them shine in their extracurricular activities. The professors genuinely make time for each student and do what they can to make sure that students fully understand the coursework. The classes are challenging and have fed my desire to become a teacher. The best part of MLC is the bond you create with everyone there through your shared faith. The love for Christ is evident the second you walk on campus and engage in conversation with someone. From the professors, the students, and the other staff everyone is there to build you up and help you become the best pastor or teacher you can be.
The best part about Martin Luther College is all the personable professors. Professors at MLC genuinely care about your education. They take the time to get to know you and your strengths and weaknesses. Advisors also take the time to go over how you fit so far into your major. Professors will reach out to you via email, phone, or in person to see how you are doing if you miss class. If you need to take the time to get extra help, professors are more than ready to help you out with whatever you need. They will meet in their office or in the library, and most will even go beyond their office hours to help you. All professors are knowledgeable of the Bible and God's Word. This is important since we are getting educated to be Christian leaders and teachers. The campus is small and the student population is low, so you really get that one on one attention from a professor that every student desires. I recommend this college to anyone seeking a career in Christian Education and Ministry.
I'm a junior at Martin Luther College this year. If you're looking to find a Christian spouse, this is the place to be. There's the constant joke that MLC actually means 'Making Lutheran Couples'. We are a Lutheran college with three majors- education, staff ministry, or pastoral track. The professors here are terrific, and I believe the student-teacher ratio is quite low. Campus life is very personal- since we only have about 750 students, everyone knows everyone, and most have a relative that goes here, since its the WELS college. I really love my time here, and have made lifelong relationships. MLC is very Christ-centered and worth a look at. New Ulm, MN, where we are, is a town of about 14,000 people. But, if you need bigger cities, there is Mankato, a bigger town, just a half hour drive away, and the twin cities are only an hour and a half away.