College comparison

Morningside University vs Wartburg College

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Morningside University Sioux City, IA	Wartburg College Waverly, IA
Acceptance rateMorningside University is more selective	71%	76%
SAT (25–75)	—	930–1200
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,163	1,452
Avg net price	$31,320	$32,908
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Sioux City, IA	Waverly, IA

Quick answers

Is Morningside University or Wartburg College harder to get into?

Morningside University is more selective: Morningside University's acceptance rate is approximately 71% and Wartburg College's is approximately 76% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Morningside University vs Wartburg College?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Morningside University and 930–1200 at Wartburg College. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.