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Wartburg College

Waverly, Iowa Β· Town: DistantOfficial Website β†—

#2653
Nationally
#50
In Iowa
71%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$48,490
Annual Tuition
per year
67%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
1,454
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
49/100
Average
#2653 nationally
#50 in Iowa
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes67
πŸ’°Affordability71
🎯Selectivity15
πŸ“šAcademic Environment14
πŸ”¬Program Breadth58

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Wartburg College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Waverly, Iowa. With 1,454 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 71%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $48,490, significantly above average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $14,700 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 67%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate71%Near avg
National avg: 70%
3,577
Applied
2,554
Admitted
424
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading490 – 605
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math488 – 630
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)19 – 27
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$48,490/yr
Room & Board$12,162/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$63,202/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$48,490↓ Below avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$14,700
$30,001 – $48,000$16,333
$48,001 – $75,000$20,197
$75,001 – $110,000$23,553
Over $110,000$27,805
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate67%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
1,454
Total Undergrads
48% F / 52% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 80%
Hispanic 4%
Black 4%
Asian 0%
Two or more 3%
International 6%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Small campus environment (1,454 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Tuition ($48,490/yr) is above average β€” factor in aid eligibility
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationWaverly, Iowa
SettingTown: Distant
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$14,700
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#50
in Iowa out of 7+ colleges
#2653
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.