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Waldorf College, which is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is a four year liberal arts college in Forest City, Iowa. The institute was founded in 1903 by Reverend C. S. Salveson, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City. The college offers over 30 majors and minors for the Bachelor of Arts degree.
Waldorf college's athletic teams are known as the Warriors and they participate in the NAIA's Midwest Collegiate Conference. The Waldorf Choir is recognized as one of the oldest cappella choirs in the United States. Notable alumni of the college includes Brad Anderson (CEO, Best Buy), K.Hanson (founder of Winnebago Industries and Irving “Bud” Alne (former Lockheed executive). Waldorf Historia, Global Culture Club and Social Warrior Activities Team (S.W.A.T.) are some of the student organizations on the campus.
The main campus of Waldorf College is in Forest City, IA (a self-contained town). The school is a Evangelical Lutheran Church institution. Waldorf College is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
Waldorf College students most commonly major in a field related to music, media, drama and performing arts, business and management, and family and social work.
The school does not accept everyone who applies.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2007-2008, Waldorf College had 630 enrolled students.
Many students at the school live in campus housing. Waldorf College makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at Waldorf College belong to the Midwest Classic Conference and Other for major sports. The school takes athletics seriously enough to offer athletic financial aid to a significant portion of its students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Waldorf College seeks to be a lively community of learning and faith. The College's mission is to educate the whole person in the spirit of Jesus Christ, enabling the individual to experience fulfillment through a life of service."
More complete details are provided below.
Waldorf College
106 S Sixth St
Forest City, IA 50436-1713
General Phone: (641) 585-2450
http://www.waldorf.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 39 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, education courses |
| Business And Management | 32 | business |
| Liberal Arts | 31 | liberal arts and sciences, history, English, humanities, creative writing, interdisciplinary studies |
| Media | 19 | communication studies |
| Therapy And Counseling | 8 | psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 8 | food and nutrition |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 2 | computer and info science |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Waldorf College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 127 | 15 |
| Associate's degree | 14 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Waldorf College had a total enrollment of 630 students (613 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 52% |
| Women | 48% |
| Full-Time | 62% |
| Part-Time | 38% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 35% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
Waldorf College offers campus housing for 598 of its 613 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Forest City, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Iowa Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 656 | 430 | 66% | 191 | 44% |
| Men | 411 | 266 | 65% | 100 | 38% |
| Women | 245 | 164 | 67% | 91 | 55% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,054 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,054 |
| Room and board | $ 5,810 |
| Books and supplies | $ 935 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,830 |
Financial Aid:
Waldorf College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 189500)
Waldorf College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $53,186 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 8 | $46,387 | 5 | $42,656 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $41,757 | 9 | $39,661 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 23 | $45,085 | 17 | $40,156 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Other |
| Basketball | Midwest Classic Conference |
| Baseball | Midwest Classic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 56 | 23 | 79 |
| Football | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| Baseball | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Basketball | 6 | 4 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 17 | 19 | 36 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Waldorf College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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