Augustana University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Midsize
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,380
Religious affiliation	Evangelical
Student to faculty ratio	11 to 1
Acceptance rate	72%
Students retention rate	84%
On-time graduation rate	71%

Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Augustana University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

Augustana University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Augustana University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Augustana University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 84% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 65% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

71.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$35,914

Cost of attendance at Augustana University in 2022 for students from South Dakota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

South Dakota's average	$8,020
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$35,914

Cost of attendance at Augustana University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

South Dakota's average	$10,613
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Augustana University received on average $24,606 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$24,606

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	62	19%	$4,650	$288,290
Other Federal Grant	63	20%	$6,777	$426,957
State Grant/Scholarships	92	29%	$1,369	$125,974
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	319	100%	$22,873	$7,296,519
Total Grant & Scholarships	319	100%	$24,606	$7,849,450

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Augustana University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Augustana University students is 70.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 72.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 68.1%.

70.6%

African American 66.7% 4 students
white 74.9% 227 students
hispanic 40.0% 2 students
International Students 61.8% 21 students
Mixed Race 57.1% 4 students

Sport Conferences

Football Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Baseball Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Basketball Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Track and Cross Country Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Augustana University provides the following additional services to its students

On-campus day care for students' children
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Augustana University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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