Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective four-year liberal arts college of the Lutheran Church (ELCA), nationally recognized for community engagement. The college offers more than 50 academic majors and preprofessional and certificate programs leading to the bachelor's degree.

An intentional focus on the signature programs of leadership, global and multicultural education, undergraduate research, and campus-community learning adds value to a Wartburg education. The college encourages students to integrate their classroom learning with opportunities to enhance their leadership skills, immerse themselves in global or domestic settings, practice the research process, or engage in community projects.

Wartburg students have a high rate of acceptance into professional schools and graduate programs throughout the country. During the past five years, more than 95 percent of students have found jobs or been accepted into graduate or professional school within seven months of graduation.