Augustana University
Augustana University is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This is a private Norwegian-heritage liberal arts university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. It was first established back in 1860, meaning that it has roots that go back to the distant past. Currently, this school serves more than 2000 students. Students will be able to earn Bachelor of Arts degrees in more than 50different fields of study. The school also has an athletics department that participates in the NCAA.
The Augustana University nursing program is one of the most notable programs at the school. Students can earn bachelor’s of science degrees in nursing at this school. This school allows students to get hands-on learning experience with many different clinical opportunities. The success rates for those taking the NCLEX-RN licensure exam has always been consistently above the national and state averages as well. This baccalaureate nursing program has been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and approved by the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students2,080 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio12:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church |
| Level4-year |
| TypePrivate |
| Business ModelNot-for-profit |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate86% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 0 | 0 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1931 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 04/30/1969 - 06/30/2001 |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 09/29/2001 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 03/03/2000 - 06/01/2011 |
Admission
68%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 1070 to 1290 |
| ACT | 23 to 29 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
| Recommendations Considered but not required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $475/credit | |
| In State Students | $475/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $475/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $410/credit | |
| In State Students | $410/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $410/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $21,375 | $21,375 | $21,375 |
| ADN | 70 | $33,250 | $33,250 | $33,250 |
| BSN | 125 | $59,375 | $59,375 | $59,375 |
| FNP | 50 | $20,500 | $20,500 | $20,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 100% of Augustana University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 21% | $4,099 |
| Other Federal Grant | 21% | $1,872 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 28% | $1,457 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 100% | $20,157 |
| Federal Student Loans | 62% | $6,719 |
| Private Loans | 12% | $10,856 |
$18,937
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$16,565 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$14,344 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$15,453 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$18,575 |
| Over $110,000$21,575 |
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Student Population
1,749
Undergrads
331
Graduates
1,342
Women
738
Men
82%
Full-time
18%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
85% |
|
Non-resident alien |
7% |
|
Hispanic |
3% |
|
Black/African American |
2% |
|
Two or more races |
1% |
|
Asian |
1% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and South Dakota state board of nursing.
