Regulations for Online (Distance) Education

Luther Seminary is excited to offer degree programs to students residing outside of Minnesota through our distance learner program. The Department of Education regulates that only students living in authorized states may enroll in Luther’s online distance program. Our participation in The National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements authorizes us to operate in the majority of states. Additionally, students in Florida and California may also enroll in Luther’s online distance program since we have no physical presence that would trigger regulation in these states.

Student complaints

Luther Seminary is committed to providing a positive educational experience for all of our students. Enrolled and prospective students can file a complaint related to the accrediting standards, ecclesiastical commitments and/or applicable state or federal laws and regulations with the Dean of Students Office:

Dean of Students
Luther Seminary
2481 Como Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55108
deanofstudents@luthersem.edu
651-641-3517

If a complaint cannot be resolved at the seminary level, you may contact the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and/or the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC SARA). Once a complaint is filed, the Dean of Students will follow the policy outlined in the Student Handbook. The complaint will be shared with the appropriate staff for submission to the appropriate agency (ATS, HLC, ELCA, UMC, state of MN or the federal government). A record of formal complaints will be maintained including outcomes.