- As an institution of higher education, St. Luke's College provides high quality, health system-based education to individuals who desire to become competent and compassionate health care providers.
School Highlights
St Luke's College serves 211 students (50% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 26%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Private-state tuition: $18,820
- Acceptance Rate: 59%
- Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
- Minority enrollment: 19%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
St Luke's College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Student Earnings
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
St Luke's College
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
40 staff
274 staff
Student Body
The student population of St Luke's College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 6:1 over five years.
The St Luke's College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
211 students
2,501 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
105 students
1,099 students
# Part-Time Students
106 students
1,402 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
210 students
210 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
105 students
1,099 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
45 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
106 students
1,396 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
457 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
411 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
5%
2%
% Hispanic
7%
7%
% Black
1%
6%
% White
81%
74%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
7%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.44
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
100%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.01%
0.01%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$49,300
$33,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $18,820 is more than the state average of $17,086. The private state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$18,820
$17,086
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,190
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
59%
59%
ACT Total Avg.
65
65
ACT Composite
22
22
ACT English
22
22
ACT Math
21
21
ACT Writing (Year 2012)
11
11
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- St. Luke's College is located in Sioux City, Iowa, an eclectic and energetic city of 82,000 residents. The community offers a wealth of art, music, theatre, sports and historical attractions some of which take place in the city's Art Center, recently restored Orpheum Theatre, and brand new Tyson Events Center. The city's 54 parks provide ample recreational opportunities and a variety of restaurants, malls and specialty shops are conveniently located within a short distance from the College. St. Luke's College, located in Sioux City, Iowa, is a health-system-affiliated institution of higher education committed to educating competent and compassionate healthcare professionals. We have been training successful healthcare professionals for over a century. St. Luke's College offers associate of science degrees in nursing, radiologic technology and respiratory care, certificate programs in computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), mammography and ultrasound. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St Luke's College cost?
St Luke's College's private state tuition is approximately $18,820.
What is the acceptance rate of St Luke's College?
The acceptance rate of St Luke's College is 59%, which is equal to the state average of 59%.
What is St Luke's College's ranking?
St Luke's College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Percent of students receiving financial aid, Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation) and Highest completion rates.
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The nearest community college to St Luke's College is Western Iowa Tech Community College (4.1 miles away)
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