Augustana University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 59%
Average High School GPA: 3.7
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range (middle 50%): 1080–1290
ACT Range (middle 50%): 21–27
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: 2,003
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $39,100 (2024–25)
Out-of-State Tuition: $39,100 (2024–25)
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Midwest
Average Winter Temperature: January average high 27 °F (–3 °C), low 10 °F (–12 °C)
Average Summer Temperature: July average high 84 °F (29 °C), low 64 °F (18 °C)
Average Annual Precipitation: 26.38 in (670 mm)
Nearest Airport: Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) – approximately 8 miles (13 km) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @augieuniversity
Twitter: @AugustanaU
Facebook: Augustana University
LinkedIn: Augustana University
YouTube: Augustana University
TikTok: @augieuniversity
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University Athletics
NCAA Division II
Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC)
Nickname: Vikings
Mascot: Ole The Viking
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Elmen Center
Head Coach: Andrew Makepeace
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #36
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #7 in Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #12
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B+
Academics: A-
Diversity: B+
Athletics: A
Professors: B+
Dorms: B
Student Life: A-
Value: B
Campus: B-
Party Scene: B-
Location: B+
Campus Food: B-
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #117 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #86 of 1,332

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