Admissions to Waldorf requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

TRANSFER CREDIT

• Waldorf University allows transfer credits from other accredited institutions of higher learning, training and relevant professional licenses and certificates. The University Registrar will evaluate them.
•  Students who have earned an A.A. from an accredited institution will have their degree considered for meeting all general education core requirements with the exception of two religion courses and any specific courses required by the individual major area of study. 
• For courses to be considered, students must have successfully completed courses comparable to Waldorf courses with grades of C or all coursework earned within a major or minor must have a grade of C- or higher. 
• Up to 75% of undergraduate courses can be transferred into an undergraduate degree program based upon the degree requirements.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS

Transfer students that have earned 60 credits prior to the first day of their first semester at Waldorf are exempt from the university three-year residency requirement and are not required to live in campus housing. Transfer students entering Waldorf University with 59 credits or less are required to participate in the three-year on-campus housing residency requirement unless they meet at least one of the following exceptions;

• Be at least 21 years old by September 1 for the fall semester and by January 15 for the spring semester
• Be married
• Have children living with them
• Have lived on campus for at least six semesters
• Have transferred in with at least 60 earned transferable credits prior to the start of the semester
• Live at home with parents and commuting from their permanent address within a 35-mile radius of the university

Verification and Exceptional Cases

All documents submitted for review to determine admission status are subject to verification. Applicants selected for verification must provide official high school or GED transcripts and any other documents requested by the university to complete verification. Verification may also be required if the U.S. Department of Education selects a student for verification and requests validation of high school graduation. Failure to comply with this request may result in immediate dismissal from Waldorf and the forfeiture of credits.

If an applicant is unable to obtain an official high school transcript due to natural disaster or other unforeseen circumstances, the registrar or designee will review an admission petition to determine eligibility. In these cases, the student may be admitted with Conditional Status which must be approved by the registrar or designee before being moved to Accepted Status.

Please submit supporting documentation to registrar@waldorf.edu.

Copies/Official Documents

Waldorf must receive official transcripts from post-secondary institutions previously attended in which transfer credit is considered. Students may send copies of transcripts or documents during the initial admission period and enroll as a student on conditional status. The student must provide official transcripts prior to completing 12 undergraduate or six graduate credit hours. Official transfer credit will not be awarded until official transcripts are received by the Office of the Registrar. Transcripts from universities or programs not accredited by a U.S. Department of Education approved accrediting agency will not satisfy transfer credit criteria.

All documents provided to Waldorf for admission become the sole property of Waldorf and will not be returned at any time, nor is Waldorf permitted to forward them to a third party.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Waldorf does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national/ethnic origin or race in admitting students to its programs or in administering its educational policies, scholarship programs or other university-administered programs. Waldorf admission is operated in full compliance with the “Statement of Principles of Good Practice” adopted by the National Association of College Admissions Counselors. Copies of this statement are available on request from the Admissions Office.

Applicants under the age of 18 are required to provide parental consent when entering into signed agreements with the university.

*Waldorf University reserves the right to rescind an admissions decision due to various circumstances deemed appropriate by the University including, but not limited to personal behavior and social conduct that may poorly reflect Waldorf University. 

1. Complete Admissions Application – It’s FREE! 

2. Request official high school transcripts and official transcripts from all Colleges/Universities you have attended. 

   Include PSEO and Dual Enrollment coursework. Official transcripts can be sent via standard mail, eScript, Parchment, or through the National Student Clearinghouse.

   For direct mail please send to:
   Waldorf University
   c/o Office of Admissions
   106 S. 6th St.
   Forest City, IA  50436

3. Pay Tuition Deposit/Housing Deposit Upon Admission
   Due to current circumstances, Waldorf University has temporarily waived the tuition deposit. Students who plan to live on-campus, must pay a housing deposit upon acceptance to the University. The housing deposit is refundable until the day before classes begin. The housing deposit can be paid online or by calling the business office at 641.585.8135.

4. Schedule a Campus Visit/Virtual Experience (optional) 

   Experiencing the campus environment is an important factor in the college decision process. Waldorf University offers a variety of opportunities for prospective students to experience life as a Warrior such as individual campus visits, virtual experiences, the athletic open house and the fall open house.

5. Complete Scholarship Requirements

   All full-time degree-seeking students who are athletes must work directly with the appropriate athletic coach for athlete scholarship offers and requirements. All full-time degree-seeking students who do not receive an athletic scholarship will qualify for a merit-based academic scholarship AND a participation award. Explore the non-athlete scholarship options or visit with your admissions counselor for more information on other types of scholarship options for non-athletes. *Note that Waldorf University follows a resident and commuter scholarship plan.

6. File FAFSA
   
   

   Students who would like to be eligible for federal aid, must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using Waldorf school code 001895 as soon as possible after October 1.

   • If a student has already completed the FAFSA, the student must retrieve the completed Fafsa and add the Waldorf school code.  
   • If a student will not be filing a FAFSA, they must inform their admissions counselor. 
7. Register for W.O.A.R

   The Warrior Orientation and Registration event is a required event for all new incoming students to help get ready for the first semester at Waldorf.  During this event, the student will be able to register for classes, finalize the financial aid packet, discus housing and meal plans and much more.

8. Parking Permit Fee

   If the student is planning to have a motor vehicle on campus, the student must complete a registration form and send it (along with the $50 parking fee) to the office of Student Life.

9. SPORTSWAREONLINE (Required for all new incoming students)
   Prior to the student’s arrival to campus, ALL students must provide the University with their current address, emergency contact, insurance, medical alert and health history information. To expedite this process Waldorf University uses an online data entry system called SportsWareOnline.

Continue your education at Waldorf University & earn your Bachelor’s degree

Waldorf University is proud of its ongoing partnerships with area community colleges in providing educational excellence. In recognition of our relationships, we are pleased to offer a scholarship at Waldorf University – the Tuition Match Scholarship – created to enable you to complete your baccalaureate degree without taking on overwhelming debt.

The Tuition Match Scholarship allows you to complete your bachelor's degree at Waldorf University at your community college full-time tuition rate!

The Tuition Match Scholarship

• Exclusive to any Iowa Community College or Rochester Community & Technical College graduates
• Applicable to any available bachelor's degree
• Complete bachelor’s degree in two consecutive years
• Required full-time enrollment at Waldorf's residential campus
• Allowance of up to 19 credits per semester
• Additional grants/scholarships (federal, state, outside) may also be applied up to a balance of zero-dollars due

For more information, please complete the Tuition Match Scholarship Request for Information form and our Transfer Representative will contact you to provide additional details.

Pathways program information!

In conjunction with the Tuition Match Scholarship, the Pathways Program allows you to confidently transfer, knowing that you’re on your way to the career you desire.

How Can The Pathways Program Help You?

The Pathways Program, sometimes called the Guided Pathways, is a program offered through the Iowa community college network. Participating community colleges group credited programs into specific fields of study to allow you to explore various academic possibilities within specific fields of study. As you pursue an Associate degree in a specific field, it allows you to transfer straight into a four (4) year institution to continue your education toward a specific bachelor’s degree like Business, Education, Health Promotion & Exercise Science, etc. Talk to your community college counselor to explore available Pathways to transfer to Waldorf University.

PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS:

Iowa Community Colleges

• Iowa Central Community College
• Iowa Western Community College
• Ellsworth Commmunity College
• Indian Hills Community College
• Southeastern Community College
• Hawkeye Community College
• Kirkwood Community College
• Marshalltown Community College
• North Iowa Area Community College
• Northwest Iowa Community College
• Eastern Iowa Community College
• Des Moines Area Community College
• Northeast Iowa Community College
• Western Iowa Tech Community College
• Southwestern Community College

Minnesota Community Colleges

• Rochester Community and Technical College (MN)
• Riverland Community College (MN)

Helpful Links

• Tuition Match Scholarship Application

• Visit Us

• Request More Information

• Residential Transfer Credit Evaluation Request

Residential Transfer Credit Evaluation Request

Students who have interrupted attendance at Waldorf University for one semester or more and who wish to return must apply for re-admission through the Admissions Office. Students who have attended other institution(s) of higher learning during their absence from Waldorf University must have an official transcript sent from each institution to the Admissions Office.

A student enrolled in fewer than 12 credit hours of coursework during any semester is considered a part-time student. Part-time students enroll directly with the Office of the Registrar.

Got questions? You can find answers to our frequently asked questions about being a transfer student at Waldorf University, here.