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Augustana College

Rock Island, IL · City · 2,490 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
City
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Located along the scenic Mississippi River in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana College is a private liberal arts institution renowned for its exceptionally strong pre-professional programs, particularly in pre-medicine, biology, and business administration. The campus culture is vibrant and close-knit, characterized by highly collaborative academics, active Division III athletics, and a rich tradition in the performing arts where students of all majors are encouraged to participate. What truly sets Augustana apart is its signature "Augie Choice" program, which guarantees every student $2,000 to support a hands-on learning experience, such as a qualifying internship, research project, or global study abroad opportunity.

Location
Rock Island, IL, 61201-2296 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
ORD · Chicago O'Hare
140 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$63,553
Avg net price
$22,736
Room & board
$12,502
Tuition
$51,598
Books & supplies
$1,000/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$15,787
$30–48k
$16,525
$48–75k
$16,865
$75–110k
$22,405
$110k+
$28,086
Admissions
Admit rate
63%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1165
Reading 520630
Math 510640
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

Augustana College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
76%
4-yr on-time completion
67%
1st-yr retention
82%
Transfer-out rate
0%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
78%
Transferred
7%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
15%
Median earnings (6yr)
$49,849
Median earnings (10yr)
$62,971
Median debt
$27,000
Monthly loan payment
$286
Debt range (25th–75th)
$12,610$27,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$35,000
Student Body
Men 47%Women 53%
12
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
24%
First-generation
22%
Median family income
$90,216
Independent students
1%
Avg age at entry
19.0
Part-time students
1%
Race & ethnicity
White
54%
Hispanic
13%
Black
5%
Asian
3%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
20%
Unknown
2%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$49,849
10 years after entry
$62,971
Biology, General69
Psychology, General47
Accounting and Related Services43
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas42
Business Administration, Management and Operations41
Finance and Financial Management Services41
Marketing41
Communication and Media Studies39
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics25
Public Health25
Computational Science23
Natural Resources Conservation and Research21
Journalism21
Computer Science21
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services21
Political Science and Government19
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Institutional
Endowment
$223M
Classification
Baccalaureate (Arts & Sciences)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions
Full-time faculty
78%
Avg faculty salary
$8,300/mo
Instructional spend/student
$11,113
Federal loan rate
55%

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