School Highlights
Waldorf University serves 2,520 students (59% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,520 students
- Private-state tuition: $20,316
- Acceptance Rate: 72%
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Waldorf University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 274 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Waldorf University
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
274 staff
274 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Waldorf University has declined by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Waldorf University diversity score of 0.65 is more than the state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,520 students
1,302 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,481 students
148 students
# Part-Time Students
1,039 students
1,154 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
208 students
210 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,452 students
148 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
29 students
29 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
636 students
1,216 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
403 students
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
493 students
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
9%
7%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
3%
8%
% White
2%
3%
% Hawaiian
41%
69%
% Two or more races
41%
9%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.50
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3116%
0.3116%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,700
$33,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $20,316 is more than the state average of $17,086. The private state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$20,316
$17,086
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,800
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,125
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
72%
72%
SAT Reading
510
510
SAT Math
505
505
SAT Writing (Year 2011)
445
445
ACT Composite
19
19
ACT English
19
19
ACT Math
18
18
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Waldorf University cost?
Waldorf University's private state tuition is approximately $20,316.
What is the acceptance rate of Waldorf University?
The acceptance rate of Waldorf University is 72%, which is equal to the state average of 72%.
What is Waldorf University's ranking?
Waldorf University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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