Divine Word College
Epworth, Iowa 52045
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Close-knit campus — outstanding completion rates
Divine Word College is a private rural institution in Epworth, Iowa. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 61 undergraduates with a 5:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
100% of students graduate within four years.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •The formal opening of classes in first year Normal Education, Liberal Arts, Pre-Law, and special short-term courses in Typing and Stenography was on July 1, 1946.
- •There were thirty-seven students as first enrollees.
- •The first floor of the old bishop's residence was used for classrooms by the students and ten (10) faculty members.
- •Construction was completed just in time for the school year 1953–1954.
Source: Wikipedia
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
100.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.3%/yr
Programs (9)
Outcomes
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from IA state average