Overall Wartburg College Acceptance Rate
Accepted Applicants Profile
- SAT Scores: 933 - 1270
- ACT Scores: 21 - 27
How Hard Is It to Get into Wartburg College
Applicant Selectivity: Moderately Selective
The selectivity of applicants for undergraduate admissions to Wartburg is considered moderately selective. Many accepted applicants score in the mid-range on the SAT or ACT exam, as well as having a solid high school GPA and number of college prep courses.
How Does Wartburg College Compare to Other Liberal Arts Colleges in IA
Nearby College Acceptance Rates
| School | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|
| Central College | 64% |
| Coe College | 63% |
| Cornell College | 70% |
| Grinnell College | 25% |
| Luther College | 67% |
| Simpson College | 89% |
Admissions Requirements
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
Applicants can complete the Wartburg College application or the Common Application. An official secondary school transcript is required. ACT or SAT scores must be submitted, along with a writing sample.
A letter of recommendation or counselor recommendation may be requested. Applicants must complete the following college preparatory coursework:
- Four units of English
- Three units of mathematics
- Three units of natural science, two as laboratory sciences recommended
- Three units of social sciences
- Two units of the same foreign language, strongly recommended
Students who are home-schooled must submit two letters of recommendation from educator outside of the home environment and participate in an interview with an admissions counselor.
Number of Applicants, Percent Admitted, and Enrolled Students
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants: | 2147 | 50% | 50% |
| Admitted: | 74 | 69% | 78% |
| Enrolled: | 23 | 24% | 22% |
Average Standardized Test Scores
| SAT Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| Critical Reading | 428 - 620 |
| Math | 505 - 650 |
| Total Score: | 933 - 1270 |
| ACT Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| English | 20 - 27 |
| Math | 20 - 27 |
| Composite Score: | 21 - 27 |
