At a glance
Average net price
$13,787
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
48.8%
Admission rate
86%
Undergrad size
5,613
In-state tuition
$8,414
Out-of-state tuition
$24,734
Cost of attendance
$23,524
Median earnings (10y)
$48,472
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,070
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 75.6%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (25%), stem (23%), social sciences (18%).
- STEM23%
- Health25%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences18%
- Trades & services9%
- Health professions25.4%~1,427 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science11.8%~660 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business11.5%~645 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology8.2%~460 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~414 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~389 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education4.8%~271 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication4.2%~235 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~164 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~159 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences2.8%~159 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~133 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~113 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~107 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.4%~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.2%~67 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.5%~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering0.5%~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal0.5%~26 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine. | First professional | 443 | $55,347 | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Graduate certificate | 375 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 358 | $62,285 | $22,956 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 274 | $71,143 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 205 | — | $18,531 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 201 | — | — |
| Dentistry. | First professional | 187 | $131,165 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 159 | $25,504 | $28,250 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 148 | — | $27,917 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 144 | $27,612 | $26,031 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 107 | $49,174 | $26,841 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 105 | $98,737 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 103 | — | $31,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 98 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 94 | $44,868 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 93 | $55,838 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Graduate certificate | 88 | — | — |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 87 | — | $24,229 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 87 | $64,414 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Graduate certificate | 86 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 84 | $50,099 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 80 | $37,333 | $29,579 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 76 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 71 | — | $24,058 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 71 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 63 | $50,570 | $26,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 56 | $50,339 | $16,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 53 | $46,385 | $23,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 52 | $30,513 | $30,520 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 47 | $31,385 | $30,299 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | $23,031 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | $27,741 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 36 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 33 | $30,787 | $26,500 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 32 | $30,570 | $26,000 |
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other. | Graduate certificate | 31 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $17,965 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Augusta University
Augusta University is a large institution located in Augusta, Georgia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 5,613 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Computer science, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Augusta University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,787 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,414 for in-state students and $24,734 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,524 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 48.8%, a average completion outcome. 75.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $48,472 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Augusta University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Computer science, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (25% of credentials), stem (23% of credentials), social sciences (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Augusta University accepts 86% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,070. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Augusta, Georgia (city), Augusta University draws students from across Georgia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Augusta University
Q.How much does Augusta University cost?
The average net price at Augusta University is $13,787 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,524.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Augusta University?
Augusta University has a 6-year graduation rate of 48.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Augusta University?
Augusta University admits 86% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Augusta University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Augusta University graduate earns $48,472 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Augusta University?
Published tuition is $8,414 in-state and $24,734 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Augusta University located?
Augusta University is located in Augusta, Georgia (ZIP 30912).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Augusta University at their official website.