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Augusta University

Augusta, GA·Public·5,282 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $70,600 within 10 years.

89%
Accept
5,282
Students
$13,347
Net Price
49%
Grad Rate
$70,600
Earnings
10 yr
$13,015
Debt

About This School

Augusta University is a public institution located in Augusta, Georgia with approximately 5,282 undergraduate students enrolled. Augusta University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 89%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,347 per year. The graduation rate is 49%, and the typical graduate earns $70,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

Augusta University (AU) is a public research university and academic medical center in Augusta, Georgia, United States. It is part of the University System of Georgia and has satellite medical campuses in Savannah, Albany, Rome, and Athens, Georgia. It employs over 15,000 people, has more than 56,000 alumni, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a $13,347 average annual cost and $13,015 median debt at graduation are genuinely low, and graduates earning $70,600 after 10 years suggests the degree pays off — especially for students pursuing health sciences in a medical-focused university system. The concern worth flagging is the 49% graduation rate, meaning roughly half of students who start here don't finish, which paired with a 73% freshman retention rate suggests this school works best for students who have a clear academic plan and strong self-motivation from day one.

Founded
1828
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Health Professions26%
Computer Science15%
Business & Marketing12%
Biological Sciences10%
Psychology7%
Education5%
Physical Sciences3%
Social Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Patrick Reed

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1113
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile600

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite25

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,122
Out-of-State Tuition
$23,500
Avg Net Price
$13,347
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
Median debt at graduation$13,015

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
49%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
73%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$70,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
$13,015
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$13,015
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$52,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$70,600
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.4x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White46%
Black26%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian8%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,282 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Augusta University

1120 15th St

Augusta, GA 30912

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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