Augustana College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 62.8% acceptance rate, Augustana is approachable, but testing still matters: 56% of students submitted SAT scores. If you choose to test, aim toward the upper half of the 1040 to 1260 SAT range to strengthen your academic profile.
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Augustana College facts and stats
Augustana College is a suburban institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,522 students. Augustana College has a freshman retention rate of 82%, above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 73%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.
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How do your scores compare at Augustana College?
Key Augustana College application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
August 20
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
November 1
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
July 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to Augustana College, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes. For the November 1 Early Decision and Early Action deadlines, an October retake is typically the last fall test date likely to arrive in time, and it can help if you are trying to improve a superscore.
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What you'll actually pay
Augustana College is a private not-for-profit, so the same rate applies to all students. Tuition and fees are $51,598, and 67% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $36,438. Submit the FAFSA by the July 15 priority deadline.
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At Augustana College, tuition, fees, room and board total about $64,100 before aid. Financial aid is common, with 67% of students receiving aid and an average aid package of $44,236. Merit awards are a significant part of the picture, averaging $36,438. Students graduate with an average debt of $33,807.
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66% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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