Forest City, IA

Waldorf University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Waldorf University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Forest City, IA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Waldorf University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

77% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 1,238 applied, 953 accepted, and 189 enrolled in Waldorf.
126 men and 63 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $25,978 for undergraduate programs and $5,340 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.01% compared to last year at Waldorf University.

Financial Aid

1,425 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $10,037.
For freshmen, 145 students (96%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $16,542.

Student Population

A total of 2,225 students enrolled Waldorf in 2025.
By gender, 1,378 men and 847 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,834 undergraduate and 391 graduate students.

53 Major Programs

  • 27 programs through online
  • 5 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Waldorf is 21%.
The retention rate is 44% for full-time and 44% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
21%
Retention Rate
44%
Students to Faculty Ratio
22 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 136 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Waldorf and the average faculty salary is $52,171. The studetns to faculty ratio is 22 to 1.
There are 335 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $44,051.
Number of Faculties
136
Average Faculty Salary
$52,171
Number of Staffs
335
Average Staff Salary
$44,051

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Libraries