Schools ACHA DI and DII Waldorf University
ACHA DI and DII · 2025–26 Season

Waldorf University Hockey

Forest City, IA ·Private For-Profit ·1,827 undergrads
Program Overview

Waldorf University runs 2 separate ACHA hockey programs in Forest City, IA — ACHA Division I and ACHA Division II. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 50 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 17 players from outside the United States, representing Canada, Slovakia, Norway, BLR. That kind of international reach is unusual for a club-level hockey program and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.

Junior hockey–heavy roster

Over 66% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.

Transfer-friendly environment

6 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.

School Profile

Waldorf University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

77.0%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
$39,675
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
21%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$51,165
Median Earnings (10yr)
$50,515 at 6 years
$18,752
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$25,978
Tuition (Out-of-State)
36% of students receive Pell grants
1,827
Undergraduate Enrollment
Private For-Profit institution
Earnings Rankings

Waldorf University Rankings by Major

4 majors ranked in the top 25 by median earnings (4-year, by major). Explore full rankings →

Roster Geography

Where Do Waldorf University Hockey Players Come From?

50 players · 22 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

AB7 players
MN7 players
IA6 players
ON4 players
CO4 players
BC3 players
WI2 players
OH2 players
CA2 players
AK2 players
SD1 player
ND1 player
CAN14 players
SVK1 player
NOR1 player
BLR1 player

Alberta leads the pipeline with 7 players (14%), but the international component is notable: 17 players from Canada, Slovakia, Norway give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Waldorf University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

ACHA Division I · 26 players
Youth hockey
1
4%
Junior hockey
23
88%
College transfer
2
8%
ACHA Division II · 24 players
High school
4
17%
Youth hockey
4
17%
Junior hockey
10
42%
College transfer
4
17%
No prior data
2
8%
Junior hockey

33 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

College transfers

6 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

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Prior leagues, feeder teams, and pipeline trends — filter and compare.
Home Ice

Albert Lea City Arena

Albert Lea, MN · 45 minutes from campus

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For Recruits

Is Waldorf University Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Waldorf University is accessible — with a 77.0% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division I and ACHA Division II) and 50 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.