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Loras College

Private nonprofit Dubuque, IA · Urban · Plains · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
69%
Graduation Rate
$58,289
Earnings (10yr)
$20,716
Net Price
100%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Loras College has a 100% acceptance rate, which means every applicant is granted admission. This accessibility makes it an attractive option for students seeking a welcoming environment. With an enrollment of 1,083, the college maintains a close-knit community where students can easily connect with peers and faculty.

Graduates from Loras College see a 10-year earnings average of $58,289. While specific mobility and economic connectedness data are not available, the college's focus on practical fields like Business, Psychology, and Engineering suggests a pathway for upward mobility. Students from lower-income backgrounds may find opportunities here, though only 23% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a mixed socioeconomic landscape.

The net price of attending Loras College is $20,716, with a median debt of $26,000 for graduates. Students who thrive here often value personalized attention and a supportive academic environment. With a graduation rate of 69%, the college aims to help students complete their degrees while preparing them for careers in various fields.

Rankings

How Loras Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation69%Earnings 10yr$58KNet Price$21KRetention82%Median Debt$26KPell Grant Rate23%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$20K$0-30K$17K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$23K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%294.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3234.3%MOBILITY95.26%

Cost & Financial Aid

$39,824
In-State Tuition
$39,824
Out-of-State
$20,716
Avg Net Price
$26,000
Median Debt
23%
Pell Grant Rate
58%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$20,479
Family Income $0–$30K
$17,033
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,624
Family Income $48K–$75K
$23,039
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,069
6 Years After Entry
$54,415
8 Years
$58,289
10 Years
0.45x
Debt-to-Earnings
78%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,069 6yr $54,415 8yr $58,289 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

95.26%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3234.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
294.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$94,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.74
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.0%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 100%
Retention Rate 82%
Full-Time Faculty 74%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,039
Diversity Index 0.43
First-Gen Students 17%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 20%
Psychology 8%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Communications 6%
Engineering 5%
Social Sciences 5%
Education 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%