College comparison

Luther College vs Morningside University

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	Luther College Decorah, IA	Morningside University Sioux City, IA
Acceptance rateMorningside University is more selective	72%	71%
SAT (25–75)	1078–1406	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,379	1,163
Avg net price	$23,097	$31,320
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Decorah, IA	Sioux City, IA

Quick answers

Is Luther College or Morningside University harder to get into?

Morningside University is more selective: Luther College's acceptance rate is approximately 72% and Morningside University's is approximately 71% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1078–1406 at Luther College and — at Morningside University. 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.