Wartburg College

Waverly, IA · Private nonprofit · Visit Website

Wartburg College's campus is located in the small town of Waverly, Iowa, providing a close-knit, residential atmosphere. The college is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, which shapes the campus culture. Known for its strong music program, Wartburg attracts students interested in the arts and offers opportunities for performance. The college emphasizes service and engagement with the local community.

Programs Analyzed
6
Avg Grad Earnings
$46,918/yr
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
47/100
Tuition (Sticker Price)
$51,040/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 21% of students receive Pell Grants and 64% take federal loans.

Family Income Avg Net Price/yr 4-Year Net Cost Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K $16,146 $64,584 7.3x
$30K – $48K $16,390 $65,560 7.2x
$48K – $75K $19,521 $78,084 6.0x
$75K – $110K $22,654 $90,616 5.2x
$110K+ $26,429 $105,716 4.4x
Sticker price (no aid) $51,040 $204,160 2.3x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at Wartburg College

6 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program DW Score Earnings AI Risk ROI
Accounting and Related Services
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66 $61,529/yr Very High 2.9x
Business/Commerce, General
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59 $54,652/yr High 2.5x
Teacher Education
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48 $45,677/yr High 1.6x
Teacher Education
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47 $44,999/yr High 1.5x
Biology, General
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35 $34,398/yr High 2.5x
Communication and Media Studies
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29 $40,255/yr High 1.4x
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