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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Sioux Falls, SD

Augustana University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in SD. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$39,190

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

59.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

75.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,217

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Augustana University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Sioux Falls, SD. With a competitive tuition profile of $39,190, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 75.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing530 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math545 – 650
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite21 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

59.3%

Transfer-Out Rate13.8%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$156,760

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,217

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$135,410

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$427,580

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Augustana University is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.3%
38.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
75.1%
International
10.4%
Hispanic
4.8%
Black
3.5%
Two or more
3.1%
Asian
2.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
Unknown
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$39,190

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$20,552
$30k - $48k$18,948
$48k - $75k$22,479
$75k+$26,689

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients16.0%
Using Federal Loans51.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment82.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$6,430
Avg. Pell Grant$4,808
Avg. State/Local Grant$1,891
Avg. Institutional Grant$26,109
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

83.5%

Success

75.6%

In-State Cost

$39,190

Age 25+ Students

2.7%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

429 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Sioux Falls (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Sioux Falls (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Sioux Falls

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$769

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$884

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,042

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Sioux Falls metropolitan area.