Augustana University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Sioux Falls, South Dakota with 1,965 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants, costs an average of $23,283 a year after grants and graduates 74% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Augustana University acceptance rate and admissions
Augustana University admitted 68% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 570 to 680, math 580 to 690). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Augustana University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Augustana University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Augustana University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $41,768 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,914 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $57,456 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,283 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,283 a year after grants and scholarships, $34,173 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Augustana University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Augustana University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 74% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $61,271 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 40% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Augustana University majors and what graduates earn
Augustana University awarded bachelor's degrees in 48 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($77,844).
All 48 majors at Augustana University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Augustana University
8 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 8 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Master's | 53 | $63,220 | $18,500 |
| Special education | Master's | 32 | $53,587 | $17,317 |
| Business administration | Master's | 28 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Genetics | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,965 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 61% women, 39% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Augustana University?
Augustana University admitted 68% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Augustana University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $41,768. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,283 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Augustana University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 570 to 680 in reading and writing and 580 to 690 in math, and 21 to 27 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Augustana University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Augustana University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Augustana University?
74% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Augustana University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $61,271 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.