WALDORF UNIVERSITY
WE ARE
FOLLOW YOUR PASSION
Whether you’re interested in pushing the limits with your favorite sport, looking for the
perfect place to perfect your acting skills or are searching for a one-of-a-kind, world-class education tailored to your goals – you belong at Waldorf University. Our strong emphasis on quality academics combined with an active campus life means that on campus or on-line, in class or on the field, our students have the unique opportunity to become warriors.
I honestly consider Waldorf University my second home. The friendships that I have formed here, the positive relationships that I have built with members of the community, and the opportunities that I have been given in the classroom have made Forest City my home away from home. –Cody C., Florence, SC
WALDORF FAST FACTS // Founded in 1903
// 20+ intercollegiate sports
// Located in Forest City, Iowa–just 30 miles from Mason City and 120 miles from Des Moines or Minneapolis
// One of only three schools in the nation to offer a Shakespeare minor
// Student-to-faculty ratio of 15:1
// 100% of incoming full-time residential students receive a scholarship
// Mascot: Warrior // Certificates, Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees
// Second oldest acapella choir in the nation
BECOME A
In addition to traditional on-campus classes, Waldorf University also offers many of our popular majors in a flexible on-line environment giving our students both a quality education and more control. We’re accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our emphasis on small class sizes allows professors to connect with you on a personal level, ensuring you’re equipped to succeed in the future.
At Waldorf you get to know people and have opportunities you’ d never get at a larger university. The small class sizes allow for more intensive work in your major, and you’ll meet people here that will care about you as a person–that’s family. – Marisa D., Naperville, IL
DEGREES Associate in Arts (A.A.)
Education (B.S.)
Biology (B.A./B.S.) // Anatomy/Physiology
1. Elementary Education // K-6 Elementary Education Endorsement
// Cell Molecular // Conservation Biology // Pre-Medical Business (B.A.) // Finance/Banking
// K-8 Mathematics Endorsement // K-8 Music Endorsement
3. Music Education // K-12 Endorsement
Psychology (B.A.)
4. Physical Education // K-12 Endorsement
Theatre Arts (B.A.) // Design
// Coaching Endorsement/ Authorization
// Musical Theatre
English (B.A.)
// Playwriting
F oundations of Education (B.A.)
// Scholarship
// K-8 Science Concentration
History (B.A.) // History
// K-8 Spanish Concentration
// Political Science
// K-8 Special Education Endorsement
// Pre-Law
Communications (B.A.) // Digital Media
// K-8 Theatre Concentration
// Graphic Design
2. Secondary Education // 5-12 Biology Endorsement
Music (B.A.) // Arts Management
// Management // Management Information Systems
// Journalism // Public Relations // Web Programming Creative Writing (B.A.)
// K-8 Reading Endorsement
Humanities (B.A.)
// Church Music
// 5-12 English Endorsement
// Vocal Performance
// 5-12 Health Endorsement
// Instrumental Performance
// 5-12 History Endorsement
// Keyboard Performance (Piano, Organ, Harpsichord)
// 5-12 Math Endorsement
Criminal Justice (B.S.)
// 5-12 Reading Endorsement
Criminal Justice Administration (B.S.)
// 5 -12 Special Education Endorsement // 5 -12 Speech/Theatre Endorsement
Sport Management (B.A.)
// Performance
Wellness (B.A.) // Children’s Wellness // Exploratory // Fitness Management // Pre-Professional // Strength and Conditioning
FINE ARTS THEATER
MUSIC
Take center stage with the prestigious
Our respected choral and instrumental
Waldorf Theater Department! As both an
programs offer a number of music-based
academic and a production program, as
majors. Certain programs are also open to
a student, you’ll find an atmosphere of
students not majoring in music. Waldorf
creativity and collegiality designed to
University is proud to be an All-Steinway
push your talent and help you reach your
School, making certain quality pianos are
full potential.
available for our students to use as they rehearse and perform.
Programs: // Main Stage Productions // Black Box/Loose Change Productions // 24-hour Theatre Project // Musical Theatre
Vocal Programs: // The Waldorf Choir // Sangkor // Schola Cantorum Instrumental Programs: // Waldorf Wind Symphony // Waldorf University Jazz Band // Band of Warriors
“We know what we are, but know not what we may be.”
– William Shakespeare
Waldorf is one of only three schools in the nation to offer a Shakespeare minor. These graduates are automatically accepted into the Mary Baldwin University Master of Letters/ Master of Fine Arts in Shakespeare and Performance.
// Warrior Drumline
ATHLETICS
Find your team at Waldorf University! We offer a variety of athletic teams that allow our student athletes to compete at the collegiate level while building character. The Athletic Department at Waldorf University strives to provide opportunities and produce champions of high character in an environment that encourages athletic, academic and professional excellence. We do this by focusing on integrity, service and teamwork. The Waldorf Strength and Conditioning Program works alongside our athletic department to help all of our student athletes reach peak potential while decreasing the risk of injury.
MEN’S TEAMS // Baseball
// Football
// Track and Field
// Basketball
// Golf
// Wrestling
// Bowling
// Ice Hockey
// Cross Country
// Soccer
WOMEN’S TEAMS // Basketball
// Golf
// Volleyball
// Bowling
// Soccer
// Wrestling
// Cheerleading
// Softball
// Cross Country
// Track and Field
CAMPUS At Waldorf University, you’ll find numerous dining and housing options specifically designed around your needs.
HOUSING We want Waldorf University to feel like home so we offer several different on-campus housing options for our students. Residence Halls–These dorms are perfect for students looking for a traditional college experience. Available in both standard and suite-style rooms. Suites are equipped with their own private bathroom. Almost all first-year students are required to live in a residence hall. Theme Houses–Student groups live together in a theme house and provide monthly campus activities based on their theme. Past themes have included breast cancer awareness, “go green” and living above the influence of drugs and alcohol.
Why live on campus? Get a more satisfied college experience, increase graduation rate, encounter diversity, develop interpersonal skills, boost self esteem.
Apartments–Upper-class students have the option of living in off-campus apartments that provide more independence with all of the benefits of living on campus.
LIFE DINING Late nights or early mornings–our flexible dining options are designed to serve the needs of busy college students. Plus, there are several restaurants within walking distance. Dining Room–Our traditional dining room serves the majority of our students. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this buffetstyle dining option is used frequently for those wanting to sit down with their friends for a delicious, all-you-can-eat meal. Warrior Crossing Café–On your way to class? Warrior Crossing is a great on-the-go option when you need quick sandwich, coffee or snack.
EXPLORING FOREST CITY Waldorf is located in Forest City, Iowa–a small town with a lot
going on! An easy-to-get-around, safe community with tons of indoor and outdoor recreation facilities, it’s a place where you can enjoy both the quiet focus of small-town living and nearby, big-city entertainment. // Three area lakes with boating and jet skiing
// Beautiful riverfront 21-hole disc-golf course
// Multiple state, city and county parks with biking, hiking and cross-country skiing trails.
// Six area golf courses
// Public and private hunting and fishing areas
Find more information at
// YMCA // City aquatic center // Tree Town Country Music Festival
www.forestcityia.com
GET INVOLVED When the studying is done, there are plenty of on-campus opportunities to get involved. Numerous campus groups host events and activities and we’re always bringing in musicians, comedians and other exciting entertainers! In addition to the on campus fun, we plan frequent trips to the Twin Cities and Des Moines for shopping, professional sporting events and much more.
LIVE! FROM
WALDORF
KZOW
THE LOBBYIST:
KZOW 91.9 FM is Waldorf’s student-managed radio station
The Lobbyist is a completely on-line student-run newspaper.
that broadcasts 24/7 to listeners in a 35-mile radius and
Students interested in joining The Lobbyist have the
on-line! Students work in groups including music
opportunity to write, report, take photographs, edit,
programming, promotions, studio production, and equipment
investigate and design the lay out of the publication.
management groups. A Pro Tools audio editing station is also
// Read at: lobbyist.waldorf.edu
available for creating audio productions. // Stream at: www.kzowfm.com
THE TORCH:
WAL-TV
The Torch is Waldorf University’s student-produced quarterly
Wal-TV gives students the chance to produce and air live news
magazine. Students layout spreads, write articles, take
broadcasts as well as specialty shows on channels 3 and 55.
photographs and design graphics.
Shows may also be streamed on-line!
// View at: torch.waldorfcommunications.com
// Watch at: www.waltv.com
AWESOME College can be expensive, but at Waldorf University, we’re committed to making sure that pursuing a quality college education doesn’t have to create a financial burden. We offer one of the most affordable educations in Iowa and have one of the lowest debt-upon-graduation rates in the state! Our high placement rates mean Waldorf alumni are able to get a job in their field or continue their education at other schools. Waldorf’s Financial Aid Department is ready to help you make a smart investment. Contact us at 800.292.1903 or at finaid@waldorf.edu if you have any questions.
AFFORDABLE SCHOLARSHIPS Waldorf University offers a variety of scholarships, depending on each students’ academic achievements or their involvement in athletics, fine arts or other affinity clubs/organizations. Talk to your admissions counselor to learn what scholarships you qualify for, including if you are eligible to participate in Scholarship Day, and how Waldorf University can be affordable for you. For scholarship eligibility requirements and information on applying, visit www.waldorf.edu/Scholarships.
All residential students receive a scholarship
SEE YOURSELF AS A
VISIT WALDORF The best way to know if Waldorf is right for you is to personally
CONNECT ON-LINE
experience it. Check out www.waldorf.edu for open house
There’s way more to Waldorf than what’s on
offer–a small college with big opportunities!
these pages! Visit waldorf.edu to learn more: // Detailed academic program information // Videos showcasing Warrior life // Interactive campus map // Latest Waldorf University news // Financial aid calculator // History of Waldorf // Schedule your campus visit // Apply! facebook.com/WaldorfUniversity // twitter.com/Waldorf_U
dates or plan an individual visit of your own. College should be an engaging learning experience and the best years of your life. At Waldorf, that’s exactly what we
As our guest, you’ll be treated to: // Campus tour // Complimentary lunch for you and your guests // Opportunity to experience a class that interests you // Admittance to an athletic event of your choice // Opportunity to attend rehearsal, practice or meeting for a group of interest to you // 20% discount on your Waldorf Bookstore purchase
Come to campus and meet students in your sport/ensemble/major. They’ll tell you first-hand about the programs and the student experience here. It’s one thing to look at pictures and speak to an admissions counselor, but you cannot get the true feeling of Waldorf without coming and seeing the magic yourself. –Kelli L., Lake Mills, IA
WHEN TO VISIT There are several easy ways for you to visit Waldorf University’s campus in Forest City, Iowa. Open House–Waldorf University hosts open houses throughout the year for prospective students and their families to see campus with their peers. Visit www.waldorf.edu/ OpenHouse to see a list of upcoming Open House dates. Scholarship Day–Qualified students are invited to participate in our Scholarship Day competition where they can earn up to a full-tuition scholarship. Find our competition dates on-line by heading to www.waldorf.edu/ScholarshipDay. Personalized Visit–Can’t make it to one of our scheduled visit dates? We’d love to set up a personalized visit to meet with you and your family on the day of your choice! Schedule your visit at www.waldorf.edu/visit. Fine Arts Weekend–You’ll love attending our Fine Arts Weekend! Visitors immerse themselves in what it means to participate in the fine arts at Waldorf University and even have a chance to audition for scholarships! Choose the weekend that works best for you at www.waldorf.edu/FAW. Call 800.292.1903 or email admissions@waldorf.edu to get information about available Travel Grants of $500.
106 South Sixth Street Forest City, IA 50436
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