Roanoke College is an independent, co-educaitonal, four-year liberal arts college. Founded in 1842, Roanoke is the second-oldest, Lutheran-related College in the United States. We seek and welcome students of all races, creeds, nationalities, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran’s status and ethinic origins. The world is full of opportunites if you have the passion to make things happen. College isn’t just additional years of school; it is valuable years that set you on the path for the life you want to lead. We think the world needs people with passion. Join us, and we’ll help you find and live what you love.