Augusta University
Public university · Augusta, GA · 5,613 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
970–1140
ACT (middle 50%)
18–25
Average net price
$12,017
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$22,794
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
48%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Augusta University?
Augusta University accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 970 and 1140 on the SAT. A score at or above 1140 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 970, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–25.
The latest federal data says Augusta University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Augusta University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Augusta University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $22,794 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,017 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $8,414 for GA residents and $25,202 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$8,414
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$25,202
- Room & board$12,906
- Total cost of attendance$22,794
- Average net price after grants$12,017
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Computer Science, Business, Biology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Augusta University FAQ
- What is Augusta University's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Augusta University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 970–1140. Aim for 1140 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Augusta University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–25.
- Is Augusta University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Augusta University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Augusta University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Augusta University cost?
- About $22,794 a year before aid; $12,017 on average after grants.
- What is Augusta University's FAFSA school code?
- 001579. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Augusta University receives your information.
- What is Augusta University's graduation rate?
- 48% of students finish within six years.
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