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Augusta University

Augusta, GA · Public · Midsize city · Website

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Admission rate
86%
Accessible
Average net price
$12,017
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
48%
Median earnings
$52,071
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Augusta University is a public college in Augusta, GA with 5,613 undergraduates. It admits 86% of applicants, and admitted students average 1070 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,017 per year ($9,875 for families earning under $30,000). 48% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,071 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
86%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,892
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,262
Fall 2023
Yield
23%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing500–590
200800
SAT Math470–550
200800
ACT Composite18–25
136

What Augusta University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$22,794
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,414
Out-of-state tuition
$25,202

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$9,875
  • $30–48k$9,940
  • $48–75k$11,237
  • $75–110k$14,462
  • $110k+$16,731

Get a personal estimate with Augusta University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
48%
Freshman retention
76%
Median earnings
$52,071
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
5,613
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
43%
  • White44%
  • Hispanic11%
  • Black27%
  • Asian9%

Augusta University FAQ

What is Augusta University's acceptance rate?+

Augusta University admits 86% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Augusta University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 500–590 on SAT Reading and Writing and 470–550 on SAT Math; the average total is 1070.

What ACT score do you need for Augusta University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–25.

Is Augusta University test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to Augusta University?+

In Fall 2023, 5,892 students applied to Augusta University and 5,262 were admitted; 1,224 enrolled.

Does Augusta University consider legacy status?+

No. Augusta University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Augusta University require an essay?+

Augusta University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Augusta University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $22,794 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,017.

What is Augusta University's graduation rate?+

48% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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