At a glance
Average net price
$32,908
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.3%
Admission rate
76%
Undergrad size
1,452
In-state tuition
$26,250
Out-of-state tuition
$26,250
Cost of attendance
$64,359
Median earnings (10y)
$56,201
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,136
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 75.7%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (32%), stem (26%), business (20%).
- STEM26%
- Health4%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences32%
- Trades & services6%
- Business20.1%~291 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education14.7%~213 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences13.3%~193 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences7.2%~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology6.5%~94 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~88 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication5.7%~83 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering4.7%~68 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.9%~57 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.4%~21 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.7%~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.4%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
29 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 133 | $47,367 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 60 | $26,075 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 54 | $39,368 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 52 | $36,858 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 40 | $39,779 | $25,757 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 39 | $31,030 | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 29 | $32,087 | $26,750 |
| Engineering Science. | Bachelor's | 25 | $60,225 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 23 | $55,999 | $26,840 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Wartburg College
Wartburg College is a mid-sized institution located in Waverly, Iowa, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,452 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Education, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Wartburg College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $32,908 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $26,250 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $64,359 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 75.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $56,201 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Wartburg College confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Education, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (32% of credentials), stem (26% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Wartburg College accepts 76% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,136. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Waverly, Iowa (town), Wartburg College draws students from across Iowa and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Wartburg College
Q.How much does Wartburg College cost?
The average net price at Wartburg College is $32,908 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $64,359.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Wartburg College?
Wartburg College has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Wartburg College?
Wartburg College admits 76% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Wartburg College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Wartburg College graduate earns $56,201 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Wartburg College?
Published tuition is $26,250 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Wartburg College located?
Wartburg College is located in Waverly, Iowa (ZIP 50677).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Wartburg College at their official website.