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The campus of Wartburg College is in Waverly, Iowa, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. Its Evangelical Lutheran Church nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Wartburg College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
Wartburg College has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in science, media, and mathematics.
Admission at Wartburg College is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 500. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 500 and 650. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Wartburg College is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2005, the school had 1,811 students enrolled (1,763 full-time equivalent).
Wartburg College has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Wartburg College offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Wartburg College is dedicated to challenging and nurturing students for lives of leadership and service as a spirited expression of their faith and learning."
More complete details are provided below.
Wartburg College
100 Wartburg Blvd.
Waverly, IA 50677-0903
General Phone: (319) 352-8200
Admissions Phone: (319) 352-8264
Financial Aid Phone: (319) 352-8262
http://www.wartburg.edu
Wartburg College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 68 | business, accounting |
| Education And Teaching | 54 | elementary school teaching, music teaching, physical education teaching, art education, history teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 53 | English, history, Spanish language, sociology, political science, English composition, international relations, economics, ... |
| Science | 46 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics |
| Media | 43 | communication studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 20 | religion, religious music |
| Therapy And Counseling | 18 | psychology, music therapy |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 14 | sports and fitness management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 11 | computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics |
| Family And Social Work | 11 | social work |
| Music | 6 | music, music performance |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 5 | commercial art |
| Art Studies | 3 | art studies |
| Engineering Technician | 2 | electronics tech, construction engineering tech |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
| Engineering | 1 | engineering science |
Number of programs and degrees for Wartburg College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 368 | 38 |
In 2005, Wartburg College had a total enrollment of 1,811 students (1,763 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 52% |
| Women | 48% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 44% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Iowa | 71% |
| Foreign countries | 7% |
| Minnesota | 7% |
| Illinois | 6% |
| Wisconsin | 4% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
Wartburg College offers campus housing for 1,445 of its 1,763 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Waverly, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,656 | 1,455 | 88% | 519 | 36% |
| Men | 872 | 735 | 84% | 269 | 37% |
| Women | 784 | 720 | 92% | 250 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 650 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (319) 352-8264
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,130 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,130 |
| Room and board | $ 6,185 |
| Room charge | $ 2,935 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,250 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Wartburg College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 189600)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (319) 352-8262
Wartburg College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 34 | 20 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 15 | 15 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 11 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 21 | $65,005 | 10 | $57,760 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $52,175 | 11 | $52,039 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $47,747 | 12 | $46,237 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 9 | $53,739 | 9 | $43,508 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 58 | $55,803 | 44 | $49,723 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
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
Art Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
History Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
ENGINEERING
Engineering Science
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Composition
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Music Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wartburg College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of students from other states (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 Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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