PARENTS + GUARDIANS

WELCOME

Joining the Wartburg College community is about much more than sending your student to college. It’s about sharing experiences that your family will talk about for years to come, from New Student Orientation to the annual Homecoming & Family Weekend to Commencement.

We follow the Wartburg College mission statement that we are dedicated to challenging and nurturing students for lives of leadershiop and service as a spirited expression of their faith and learning.

Please use the resources on this website to stay connected with us so we can better serve you and our students. Please contact us anytime you have questions. If we can’t answer your question we will be sure to connect you with someone who can. Feel free to call us at 319-352-8491 or email parents@wartburg.edu.

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IMPORTANT LINKS

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

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SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

SAFETY & SECURITY

WAVERLY HIGHLIGHTS

For the full calendar of events, visit www.wartburg.edu/calendar.

FEATURED PROGRAMS & EVENTS

HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND
Register now for one of the best weekends of the year: Homecoming & Family Weekend! Help us “Fly Our W” with classic events like the parade, Renaissance Faire, football game, Oktoberfest, concerts, and much more! Order shirts and other swag now to get it shipped before the big event.

ORIENTATION FOR NEW KNIGHTS
It’s almost time for the school year to begin! New students will arrive for fall orientation on Saturday, Sept. 2 — and if you need a refresher on the schedule or have questions you need answered, check out our orientation page or reach out!

TAILGATE WITH US AT MOVE-IN
If you’re bringing a first-year to campus for orientation, we’d love to see you at our tailgate from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, before our opening football game against Monmouth. If you’re a legacy family, be sure to join us for the Legacy Luncheon at noon that day in Chapel Commons!

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ACADEMICS

LIFE AT WARTBURG

FINANCIAL AID

KNIGHT VISION

TAKE IT FROM US

Learn how these students realized their purpose at Wartburg.

Jane: Study abroad was a vital part of my Wartburg experience

Connor: ‘The faculty and staff at Wartburg are second to none’

Katie: ‘I didn’t have to sacrifice the college experience for academic success’

Thao: ‘I was the first in my family to study abroad’

What resources are there if my student is struggling academically?

The Academic Resource Center in the Vogel Library can provide resources and advice to help your student get back on track.

Why can't I get my student's grades or passwords?

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records.

How do I know if my student is behaving responsibly?

Wartburg students are expected to conduct themselves in a mature fashion and respect the rights of other students. Because the college community encourages self-discipline to promote responsibility, parents are rarely asked to be involved with situations unless they are deemed necessary. Click here to view the student handbook, which includes policies and resources.

How do I make sure I am giving my student enough room to grow?

As a parent you have spent the last 18 or more years looking out for your student which is great, but the college years is an important time for your student to grow. This can include letting them figure some things out on their own. Walking the fine line between being there to support your student vs. stepping in to do things for them can be tricky sometimes.

How do I know that my student is safe?

The Campus Safety and Security Office provides information about the safety of the Wartburg campus on its Web site.

What if my student is considering an internship?

Tell your student to visit the Internship Coordinator for assistance in setting up an internship.

What resources are available to help my student in the job search process?

Career Services in the Student Success Center can help your student explore career and major goals, construct a resume and credential file, and job search strategies.

What if my student wants to go to graduate school?

Send your student to the Student Success Center for advice when looking at graduate and professional schools.

What if my student is considering changing majors or adding a major or minor?

Send your student to the Academic Resource Center for advising and resources. Also, they can check out the various academic programs through the Web site.

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FINANCIAL AID FAST FACTS
Sticker price is the total yearly cost of a college education, but net price is what you actually pay after scholarships and grants are factored in. Private colleges typically start with a higher sticker price but are also more generous with financial aid dollars than lower-priced public colleges. Some students pay less than the average net price, and some pay more, but all Wartburg students receive an incredible, high-quality education at a workable cost.

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