College comparison

Lawrence University vs Luther College

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Lawrence University Appleton, WI	Luther College Decorah, IA
Acceptance rateLawrence University is more selective	64%	72%
SAT (25–75)	1200–1420	1078–1406
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,396	1,379
Avg net price	$23,401	$23,097
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Appleton, WI	Decorah, IA

Quick answers

Is Lawrence University or Luther College harder to get into?

Lawrence University is more selective: Lawrence University's acceptance rate is approximately 64% and Luther College's is approximately 72% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Lawrence University vs Luther College?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1200–1420 at Lawrence University and 1078–1406 at Luther College. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.