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Augsburg University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,078
Religious affiliation Evangelical
Student to faculty ratio 13 to 1
Acceptance rate 76%
Students retention rate 69%
On-time graduation rate 58%

Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Augsburg University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that Augsburg University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, Augsburg University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at Augsburg University is 69% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Minnesota is 72%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Augsburg University do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

76.4%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$41,007

Cost of attendance at Augsburg University in 2022 for students from Minnesota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average $11,262
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$41,007

Cost of attendance at Augsburg University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average $16,133
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Augsburg University received on average $30,900 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$30,900
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 357 64% $4,912 $1,753,579
Other Federal Grant 357 64% $6,498 $2,319,941
State Grant/Scholarships 398 71% $5,967 $2,374,771
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 557 100% $22,471 $12,516,324
Total Grant & Scholarships 557 100% $30,900 $17,211,036

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Augsburg University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Augsburg University students is 58.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 60.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 55.2%.

58.1%

  • asian 63.6% 28 students
  • African American 49.2% 31 students
  • white 62.2% 138 students
  • unknown 53.7% 44 students
  • hispanic 51.4% 19 students
  • International Students 66.7% 6 students
  • Mixed Race 77.8% 7 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Augsburg University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Augsburg University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)