Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 97.5%
- Average SAT
- 1,045
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 970–1,120
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 22
- Total Enrollment
- 1,446
Admissions Overview
Wartburg College has an open admission policy with a 97% acceptance rate. Nearly every applicant who applies gets in, making this one of the most accessible four-year colleges in Iowa. The middle 50% of students score between 970-1120 on the SAT or around 22 on the ACT. These scores reflect the college's commitment to giving students a chance regardless of test performance. The 80% retention rate shows most freshmen stay for their sophomore year. Wartburg seeks students who value close-knit community and want to explore liberal arts in a supportive Lutheran environment. The college particularly attracts future teachers and musicians who thrive in small classroom settings.