Waldorf College Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Waldorf College is 73.9%.  Its admission rate is the 10th lowest in Iowa.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Waldorf College and can you get accepted?

Waldorf College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 780 out of the 1,056 who applied were admitted.

Waldorf College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.07. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Waldorf College?

74% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Waldorf College you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.07 or better
• Earn B grades in high school
• Score 1020 on the SAT
• Score 19 on the ACT
• Graduate in the top half of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Waldorf College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Waldorf College are to have around a 3.07 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Waldorf College accepts 74% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Waldorf College is 3.07 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #29 in Iowa for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Waldorf College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Waldorf College. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Waldorf College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Waldorf College is 1020 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 920-1110. Students who get into Waldorf College score in the top 74 percent of all SAT test takers..  Waldorf College ranks #18 in the state of Iowa for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1020 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Waldorf College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 920 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 920, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 820, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Waldorf College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1020 SAT score range.

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1015, you have around a 74% chance of being admitted. A 1110 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Waldorf College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Waldorf College is 19, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 21.  The school ranks #24 in Iowa for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 19. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 15.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 63 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Waldorf College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Waldorf College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Waldorf College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 19 score has around 74% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 21 ACT score.

High School Class Rank

57% of Waldorf College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 17% are in the top quarter.

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Waldorf College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Waldorf College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Waldorf College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.07 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1020 on the SAT and 19 on the ACT will further lock in your application.