Loras College is a Catholic, diocesan college explicitly oriented to promote service of both church and world through encouraging all members of the community in development of their diverse professional, social, and religious roles.
Catholic identity keeps us faithful to the highest standards of Catholic intellectual tradition. It inspires us as stewards of responsibility, excellence, service, and respect. And it creates an atmosphere where faith, scholarship, and creativity can seamlessly connect.
Founded in 1839, Loras College is Iowa’s first institution of higher learning and the seventh oldest Catholic college or university in the United States. Throughout our history, Loras has been an innovator and leader in the delivery of Catholic liberal arts education.
With a dedication to demonstrating the highest standards of Catholic intellectual tradition, Loras welcomes all people into dialogue promoting core values of truth, respect, responsibility, excellence, and service.