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Waldorf University Women's Basketball

Waldorf University (WU) · Forest City, Iowa · Private university

Acceptance rate77%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate21%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,225Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty22 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Waldorf University Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Waldorf University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Waldorf University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NAIA
Conference
Great Plains Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
waldorfwarriors.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Biology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralBusiness/Corporate Communications, GeneralCreative WritingCriminal Justice/Law Enforcement AdministrationCriminal Justice/Safety Studies
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
22 : 1
Graduation rate
21% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$24,514
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$21,510
Campus

Where it is

Waldorf University in Forest City.

Location
Forest City, Iowa
Type
Private
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
waldorf.edu
Overview

About Waldorf University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Joel Stryker, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the Waldorf University Women's Basketball staff of 2 coaches, verified September 2026. Waldorf University (WU) competes in NAIA Women's Basketball as a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Waldorf University is a small private school in Forest City, Iowa with 2,225 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,510 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Waldorf University Women's Basketball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Joel Stryker, the Head Women's Basketball Coach and Alec Nys, the Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. Waldorf University has 2 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Joel can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Waldorf University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Waldorf University Women's Basketball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Waldorf University NAIA?

Yes. Waldorf University competes in NAIA Women's Basketball, in the Great Plains Athletic Conference.

Is Waldorf University public or private?

Waldorf University is a private school in Forest City, Iowa.

What conference is Waldorf University Women's Basketball in?

The Great Plains Athletic Conference.

Does Waldorf University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

Waldorf University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Waldorf University Women's Basketball have?

2 coaches, led by Joel Stryker, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.

How much does Waldorf University cost?

In-state tuition is $24,514 and out-of-state tuition is $24,514 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,510.

What is the Waldorf University acceptance rate?

77% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Waldorf University Women's Basketball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026