Wartburg College

Nestled in the charming city of Waverly, Iowa, Wartburg College stands as a beacon of higher learning and community spirit. This liberal arts college, rooted in a deep tradition of academic excellence and ethical leadership, offers a transformative educational journey to its students.

1,450

Students

97%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,416

Classification

Comprehensive

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Protestant

Website

wartburg.edu

At Wartburg College, students find a supportive and vibrant campus environment where they are encouraged to explore their passions and develop their strengths. The college is renowned for its holistic approach to education, combining rigorous academics with a commitment to service and global engagement. Faculty and staff are dedicated to nurturing a culture of collaboration and personal growth, ensuring that each student can thrive both inside and outside the classroom. With a strong emphasis on character development and career preparation, Wartburg College empowers students to become thoughtful leaders and responsible global citizens.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Wartburg College?

97% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1081

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.55

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Wartburg College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Class Rank
•Rigor of Secondary School Record

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Wartburg College.

$ 65,242

Overall list price

$ 23,321

Average net price

$ 36,543

Merit Price™

Very Generous

Merit Meter™

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Wartburg College?

Town

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Cloudy

Average winter temp

25°

Average summer temp

69°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Wartburg College.

15:1

Student to faculty ratio

63%

4-year grad rate

67%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Wartburg are:

Business/Commerce, General
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Elementary Education and Teaching

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Demographics

Who attends Wartburg College?

38

States represented

61

Countries represented

Yes

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,450

Women

51%

Men

49%

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Housing

What's it like living at Wartburg College?

$11,062

Room & Board

1

Housing units / student

78

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Wartburg College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.55.

How much does Wartburg College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $65,242 to attend Wartburg.

How many people attend Wartburg College?

1,450 people attend Wartburg. 1,416 are undergraduate students and 34 are graduate students.

Where is Wartburg College located?

Wartburg College is located in Waverly, Iowa. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Wartburg College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 67% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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