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Wartburg College

Private nonprofit Waverly, IA · Town · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
66%
Graduation Rate
$56,201
Earnings (10yr)
$32,908
Net Price
76%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Wartburg College has a graduation rate of 66%, which is a solid indicator of student persistence and success. With an acceptance rate of 76%, the college welcomes a diverse range of students, making it accessible for many. This balance between inclusivity and achievement creates an environment where students can thrive.

Data from Opportunity Insights shows that while the economic mobility rate specifically for Wartburg College is not available, its graduates earn a median income of $56,201 after ten years. This figure suggests that students are likely to find stable job opportunities post-graduation, particularly in popular fields like business, education, and the sciences. The college's commitment to student outcomes is evident in its focus on preparing graduates for the workforce.

The net price of attending Wartburg College stands at $32,908, with a median debt of $27,000 upon graduation. Given these figures, students can expect a reasonable return on their investment, especially in light of the earnings potential. Students who thrive here are typically those who are dedicated to their studies and engaged in campus life, taking advantage of the strong programs in business, education, and the sciences.

Rankings

How Wartburg Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation66%Earnings 10yr$56KNet Price$33KRetention76%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$22K$0-30K$21K$30-48K$27K$48-75K$39K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%332.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2301.0%MOBILITY76.41%

Cost & Financial Aid

$26,250
In-State Tuition
$26,250
Out-of-State
$32,908
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
67%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$21,688
Family Income $0–$30K
$20,751
Family Income $30K–$48K
$27,056
Family Income $48K–$75K
$38,864
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$48,795
6 Years After Entry
$50,597
8 Years
$56,201
10 Years
0.48x
Debt-to-Earnings
79%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$48,795 6yr $50,597 8yr $56,201 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

76.41%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2301.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
332.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$85,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.79
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.6%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 76%
Retention Rate 76%
SAT Average 1136
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 930–1200
ACT Range 21–27
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,194
Diversity Index 0.34
First-Gen Students 17%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 20%
Education 15%
Biology & Biomedical 13%
Social Sciences 7%
Psychology 6%
Communications 6%
Engineering 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%