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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

  • Fall Open House - Friday, October 25, 2019
  • Junior Preview Day - Friday, April 24, 2020

   

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• Scholarship Days

  Attend Waldorf University's Scholarship Day to compete for several scholarship opportunities, including a full-tuition scholarship. New freshman applicants qualify to compete in Scholarship Day if they have either a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA (with a minimum 18 ACT/940 SAT) or a minimum 23 ACT/1130 SAT (with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA). Full-tuition and $2,000 winners must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA at Waldorf University to maintain their scholarship.

  Register to attend Scholarship Day Here

  Scholarship Day

  • Saturday, November 16, 2019

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Driving Distances (in hours)

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