by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 2,523 undergraduates in 2020, Waldorf is a small, for-profit university located in Forest City, Iowa. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Waldorf can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Waldorf Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Waldorf Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Waldorf does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Waldorf Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Waldorf for Veterans Guide.
Waldorf offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Waldorf has a comparatively small, student body. There were 2,523 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,578 (62.5%). Part-time attendance was 945 (37.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,578 | 945 | 2,523 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Waldorf receives top marks for overall diversity. We rank Waldorf #414 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Waldorf by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Waldorf Diversity Guide.
Waldorf has a total of 300 student athletes, 206 men and 94 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $2,900,810 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $2,899,239 |
| Net | $1,571 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Waldorf University Athletics