Waldorf University Admission Requirements

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Waldorf University Admission Overview

Waldorf University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Waldorf University admitted 77% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.07 GPA (B). Waldorf University is test-free. SAT and ACT are not used for admission. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Waldorf University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

77%

Admission Standards

Unavailable

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Waldorf University

Acceptance Rate

The Waldorf University acceptance rate is 77%. Last year, 953 of 1,238 applicants were admitted. That is the 13th lowest acceptance rate in Iowa.

Admission Selectivity

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

Waldorf University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Waldorf University typically 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. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Waldorf University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.07

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.07

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Waldorf University typically have around a 3.07 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Waldorf University is test-free, so GPA is the main academic number in the file.

The school ranks #29 in Iowa for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Waldorf University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

920-1110

Freshmen who sent SAT

37%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 460
  • Math 460
  • Composite 920
SAT 25th percentile scores for Waldorf University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 560
  • Math 550
  • Composite 1110
SAT 75th percentile scores for Waldorf University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Waldorf University typically score around a 1020 SAT (middle 50% 920–1110) out of 1600. These figures are from the last year SAT scores were reported, not a cutoff. SAT is not used for admission, even if you send it. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 43rd percentile nationally. Waldorf University ranks #21 in the state of Iowa for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 920 to 1110

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

SAT scores are from the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used for admission.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Waldorf University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

17-21

Freshmen reporting ACT

63%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 15
  • Math 16
  • Composite 17
ACT 25th percentile scores for Waldorf University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 22
  • Math 19
  • Composite 21
ACT 75th percentile scores for Waldorf University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Waldorf University typically have around a 19 ACT (mid-50 17–21) on the 36 scale. These numbers come from the last year ACT scores were reported, not a minimum for admission. ACT is not considered, even if you submit it. That average sits near the 44th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Waldorf University places #23 among colleges in Iowa for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 21

1 9 18 27 36

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 19.0 ACT score range.

ACT figures reflect the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used in admission.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

Compare your GPA with last year's enrolled class and this school's acceptance rate. SAT and ACT are not used.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Waldorf University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 464 774 1,238
Accepted 368 585 953
Acceptance Rate 79% 76% 77%
Enrolled 63 126 189
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 22% 20%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

Waldorf University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Waldorf University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Waldorf University is test-free for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 77% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.07 GPA (about an B average). Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=154518.

GPA calculator: Waldorf University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026