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Augustana College

Private nonprofit Rock Island, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
76%
Graduation Rate
$62,971
Earnings (10yr)
$22,736
Net Price
63%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Augustana College has an impressive graduation rate of 76%, indicating that most students successfully complete their degrees. This higher-than-average rate can reflect strong support systems and academic resources that help students thrive throughout their college experience. With an acceptance rate of 63%, the college maintains a selective yet accessible environment for prospective students.

According to Opportunity Insights data, Augustana College has not publicly reported specific figures on mobility or economic connectedness. However, the college's focus on programs such as Business, Biology, Education, and Psychology suggests a commitment to fields that often lead to stable employment and growth. While detailed mobility statistics are lacking, the graduation rate provides some insight into student success.

From a financial perspective, the average net price for attending Augustana College is $22,736, with a median debt of $27,000 for graduates. Alumni earn an average of $62,971 within ten years of graduation. Students who thrive here are often those pursuing degrees in fields like Business and Health Professions, looking for a supportive community that prioritizes academic achievement and career readiness.

Rankings

How Augustana Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation76%Earnings 10yr$63KNet Price$23KRetention82%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate24%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$16K$0-30K$17K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$28K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$51,598
In-State Tuition
$51,598
Out-of-State
$22,736
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
24%
Pell Grant Rate
55%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$15,787
Family Income $0–$30K
$16,525
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,865
Family Income $48K–$75K
$28,086
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$49,849
6 Years After Entry
$56,882
8 Years
$62,971
10 Years
0.43x
Debt-to-Earnings
78%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$49,849 6yr $56,882 8yr $62,971 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.73
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
9.4%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 63%
Retention Rate 82%
SAT Average 1165
SAT Range 1030–1270
ACT Range 21–29
Full-Time Faculty 78%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,300
Diversity Index 0.65
First-Gen Students 22%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 23%
Biology & Biomedical 19%
Education 10%
Psychology 10%
Health Professions 8%
Social Sciences 6%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%