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Augusta University

Augusta, Georgia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,037

Acceptance Rate

89%

Graduation Rate

49%

Annual Tuition

$8,122

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Augusta University earn a median of $48,472 ten years after entry — 10% below the national median. Acceptance rate 89.3%, average SAT score 1070, in-state tuition $8,122.

At a Glance

Total Students

5,282

Retention Rate

74%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

39%

Median Debt

$20,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,070

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

500–590

SAT Math (middle 50%)

470–550

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

18–25

Institution Overview

Augusta University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 89.3%. The university has a student population of 5,282. The average in-state tuition is $8,122. The university's graduation rate is 49.4%, and its retention rate is 73.5%.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $49,288. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,037, and after ten years, the median earnings are $48,472. The median debt for graduates is $20,500, and 38.5% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$49k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$48k

10 YEARS

Top 52% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Augusta University alumni earn a median salary of $49,288. Five years after graduation, the median salary decreases to $45,037. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $48,472. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

Augusta University has an acceptance rate of 89.3% and a graduation rate of 49.4%. The retention rate is 73.5%. The in-state tuition is $8,122. A total of 38.5% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 318 / yr
Median Salary $101,597

Medicine

Graduates 219 / yr
Median Salary $63,472

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 127 / yr
Median Salary $78,127

Dentistry

Graduates 91 / yr
Median Salary $145,581

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 86 / yr
Median Salary $78,618

Psychology, General

Graduates 85 / yr
Median Salary $29,375

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Graduates 84 / yr
Median Salary $108,924

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

Graduates 77 / yr
Median Salary $87,873

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 76 / yr
Median Salary $27,490

Curriculum and Instruction

Graduates 69 / yr
Median Salary $59,953

Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences

Graduates 61 / yr
Median Salary $21,905

Health and Medical Administrative Services

Graduates 54 / yr
Median Salary $31,239

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $57,415

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $42,419

Public Administration

Graduates 39 / yr
Median Salary $48,500

Biology, General

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $28,978

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $30,796

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $46,894

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 33 / yr
Median Salary $60,541

Education, General

Graduates 33 / yr
Median Salary $49,547

Marketing

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $49,144

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $78,553

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 29 / yr
Median Salary $29,397

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 28 / yr
Median Salary $44,303

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Campus Location

Augusta, Georgia

Augusta, GA 30912

Augusta University is located in Augusta, Georgia. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Augusta University has an acceptance rate of 89.3%.