Overview



Divine Word College
Epworth, IA, USA
Private
4 Year
Overview
Divine Word College is a private, Christ-centered institution located in Epworth, Iowa. DWC offers associate and bachelor-level degrees in Intercultural Studies and Theology & Religious Studies, along with an associate’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy. DWC provides access to the Societas Verbi Divini (SVC) formation program, as well as to other appropriate formation programs for students from other religious congregations, including the Formation Program for Women Religious.
Acceptance Rate:
100%
Average Net Price:
$10,364
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $15,050 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $15,050 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $4,200 |
| Books and Supplies | $300 |
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
19%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,583
19%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$8,670
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$8,583
Students receiving federal aid
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$8,670
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$12,204
$48k - $75k
$9,266
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
0%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$3,800
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,800
Students receiving federal loans
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$3,800
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
No
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | July 15 |
Application Fee
$25
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
In-State Students
33%
Admissions Resources
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
68
Total Number of Undergrads
68
0
100
50%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
50%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
6:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
4
Majors
| A B M D | |
|---|---|
| MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES | |
| PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES | |
| THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS |
Faculty Overview
Gender
Male
Female
US National: 42%
US National: 48%
Ethnicity
African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Male
Female
40%
US National: 44%60%
US National: 56%Residency
In-State Students
33%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Asian/Pacific Islander
13%
Hispanic
1%
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
6
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
No
Campus emergency phones
No
24-HR escort safety rides
No
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,800
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
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