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Waldorf University

Waldorf University is a friendly, private liberal arts school located in the heart of beautiful Forest City, Iowa. For more than 100 years, Waldorf has been the cornerstone in the lives of thousands, setting the solid foundation for success among its students, their families and the surrounding community.

Located centrally among seven of the Midwest’s most populated metropolitan regions, Waldorf students experience the best of both worlds—the small-town charm of Forest City, Iowa, and the big city appeal of Des Moines, Chicago, Minneapolis and more—all within driving distance.

Campus Visit Opportunities

• Individual Visits

  Schedule a day with just you and your guests to see how Waldorf is perfect for you! This is a personalized day to meet with people in your areas of interest. Geared specific to your interests. Individual visits range from 3-4 hours depending on what you want to learn.

  Individual visits can be scheduled any day Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. Any other days or times can be arranged directly with your admissions counselor.

  Schedule Your Individual Visit Here

  Guests will receive:

  • 20% discount on Waldorf Bookstore purchases
  • $500 travel grant for residential students
  • Admittance to an athletic/fine art event
  • Complimentary lunch
  • Opportunities to attend a fine arts rehearsal, athletic practice, student group meeting or sit in on a class.

   

• Open House Visit Days

  Open House is a great opportunity to tour campus, meet current students, chat with professors in your field of study, meet with athletic coaches, fine art directors or leadership advisors. This event is a great resource to experience Waldorf while visiting with other prospective students.

  Register to attend our Open House Here

  Open House Dates

  • Junior Preview Day - Friday, April 24, 2020

   

  Open House Schedule Coming Soon

• Scholarship Day

  The Waldorf University Scholarship Day is an academic event for incoming freshman prospective students who meet eligibility requirements are able to compete for several scholarships including a full-tuition scholarship. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to attend.

  Eligibility

  • Minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA (with a minimum 18 ACT/940 SAT)

  OR

  • Minimum Minimum 23 ACT/1130 SAT(with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA)

  Full-tuition scholarship recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA at Waldorf University to maintain their scholarship.

  When–The 2020 date has not yet been announced. Stay tuned!
  Where–Waldorf University
  Time–Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m.

  REGISTER NOW TO PARTICIPATE!

  Students wishing to participate in Scholarship Day must be admitted to Waldorf University one week prior to the competition date. The following items are required to be admitted to the university

  • Admissions Application
  • Provide High School transcripts
  • Provide ACT or SAT scores

   

  If you have questions or special needs, please contact the Admissions Office at 800.292.1903 ext. 8112.

  Schedule of Scholarship Day
  9:30 a.m. Registration/Check-In at the Salveson Hall Lobby
  10 a.m. Welcome to Waldorf University
  10:30 a.m. Student Essay
  12 p.m. Complimentary Lunch
  1 p.m. Student Interview
  1-3 p.m. Campus Tours (Optional)
  *Bookstore will be open from 12:30-3 p.m.

  Essay Phase
  This phase consists of writing on a topic that will be provided at the event. Students will have one hour to complete their essay. Students will be provided with a dictionary, writing utensil and paper. Students should take into consideration the following while writing: overall message, sentence structure, grammar and focus of essay.

  Interview Phase
  The interview phase consists of a panel composed of Waldorf University faculty and staff that will meet individually with students and ask them a range of questions. Questions are geared toward the student's experiences academically, in the community and their chosen activities, groups or organizations. We encourage students to consider presentation, sentence structure, body language and appearance.

  Suggested Attire
  Business casual attire is suggested. Please be comfortable, but we kindly ask you not to wear jeans.

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