C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Martin Luther College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 New Ulm, Minnesota 56073
Outcomes
B+
81/100
Affordability
F
32/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
B+
80/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Quick Stats

860
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Martin Luther College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $258,295
  • Avg rent near campus: $954/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 56054 (2.9% cap, Lafayette)

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🏆 Where Martin Luther College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
of 2 schools
🥉
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
of 13 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $17,770 $17,770
Total Cost (On-Campus) $29,250 $29,250

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
27%
Receive Pell Grants
83%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Elementary Education and Teaching 66 grads/yr Theology and Religious Vocations, Other 46 grads/yr Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies 45 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 17 grads/yr Education, General 12 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 8 grads/yr Social Studies Teacher Education 8 grads/yr Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 7 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 7 grads/yr Missions/Missionary Studies 6 grads/yr Mathematics Teacher Education 5 grads/yr Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision 4 grads/yr Music Teacher Education 3 grads/yr English/Language Arts Teacher Education 3 grads/yr Physics Teacher Education 3 grads/yr Spanish Language Teacher Education 3 grads/yr Education, Other 3 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 2 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 1 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Martin Luther College's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary
$78k/yr 27,300 jobs
Clergy
$61k/yr 262,000 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs

Student Demographics

860
Total Students
54%
Women
80%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 92%
Hispanic 1%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 71%
Hybrid (Some Online) 1%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Martin Luther College?
Martin Luther College has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Martin Luther College?
Tuition at Martin Luther College is $17,770 for in-state students and $17,770 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Martin Luther College?
The graduation rate at Martin Luther College is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Martin Luther College a good school?
Martin Luther College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Martin Luther College?
Martin Luther College has a total enrollment of 860 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology