Beyond the Rankings

While guidebooks like U.S. News & World Report can present you with a few statistics about Augustana, they’re incapable of providing a holistic evaluation of the entire student experience — and the resulting outcomes. Here, then, are facts, figures, and statistics that will give you a broader perspective about the value and impact of an Augustana education.

Enrollment

Augustana serves more than 2,100 students. Most are part of our residential community and call our 100-acre campus home. Our graduate and continuing education programs serve students online and during times that are convenient for adult learners.

Geographic Origin of Undergraduate Students

South Dakota: 839
Minnesota: 459
Iowa: 98
Nebraska: 89
North Dakota: 12
Colorado: 27
Wisconsin: 21
California: 12
21 Other States: 147
148 international students from 35 countries

Religious Affiliation

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA): 29%
Other Lutheran: 11%
Catholic: 23%
Methodist: 5%
Reformed: 3%
Other: 29%

Academic Profile

Average high school GPA: 3.75
Average ACT score: 25.5

Class Sizes

Average students per class: 21
Classes with 2-9 students: 11%
Classes with 10-19 students: 37%
Classes with 20-29 students: 36%
Classes with 30-39 students: 12%
Classes with 40-49 students: 2%
Classes with 50-99 students: 2%

Study Abroad

Students who participated in international educational experiences: 299
Students who travel abroad before graduation: 53%
Number of pre-approved study abroad programs: 559

Athletic Participation

NCAA Division II intercollegiate athletes: 394
Academic All-Americans: 49
NCAA Postgraduate Scholars: 30

Musical Performance

Music ensembles: 20
Students participating: 304

Retention and Graduation Rates

Returning sophomores: 84%
Degree within four years: 78% for those who begin and complete their degree at Augustana

Graduate Outcomes

Employment rate for job-seekers: 98% View study.
Graduate/professional school enrollees: 22% immediately following graduation

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