Luther Hall with yellow flowers in the foreground

Academic Affairs

The Academic Affairs Office at Wartburg oversees and supports the academic mission of the college. Key responsibilities include:

  • Academic planning and policy management
  • Managing faculty affairs such as appointments, promotions, tenure, and compensation
  • Curriculum development
  • Student learning and support
  • Managing accreditation processes and ensuring compliance
  • Budget management for academic programs

Contact Us: Email or call (319) 352-8284

Academic Honors

Superior students may be awarded a prize, scholarship, departmental honor, or college honor. To receive college honor, students must earn 18 course credits at Wartburg and achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.500 – 3.699 (Cum Laude), 3.700 – 3.849 (Magna Cum Laude), 3.850 – 4.000 (Summa Cum Laude).

The Wartburg College Dean’s Honor Cords are given to the graduating senior students who graduate with Summa Cum Laude honors. Students graduating in the previous December Commencement are included in this honor.


Academic Affairs Office Staff