Founded by the norwegian evangelical lutheran church in 1861, luther college is a four-year, residential liberal arts institution. Luther welcomes students of ALL backgrounds to engage in a way of learning that moves beyond immediate interests and encourages students to build a life of consequence. At the heart of a luther education is an understanding of the way faith and learning intersect and in turn connect students to the larger world. Luther offers more than 80 majors, minors, and preprofessional programs.