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Augusta University

#436 in US ranking Augusta, GA
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4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$22,794
Tuition & fees
$8,414
Avg. aid
$8,686
Receiving aid
93%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
86%
SAT range
970–1140
ACT range
18–25

Outcomes

Graduation rate
49%
Median salary
$50,961
1 yr after graduation

What does Augusta University offer in terms of athletics?

Augusta University's Jaguars compete in varsity athletics, with most teams participating in NCAA Division II's Peach Belt Conference. Golf is a notable exception: Augusta's golf programs compete at the NCAA Division I level. The university's actual varsity roster is narrower than a general list of sports that students might play recreationally.

Varsity offerings include sports such as basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, tennis, cross-country, and golf. Students who do not compete on varsity teams can look to campus recreation and intramural activities for less formal participation. A recreational activity or student club should not be mistaken for an NCAA team, and varsity roster openings and athletic aid depend on the individual program.

What student groups and Associations are available at Augusta University?

Augusta University students can participate in recognized organizations tied to academic interests, professional goals, service, culture, and recreation. Student government provides one route for involvement in campus affairs, while major-related associations can connect students with peers in their field.

Organizations' activity and membership requirements can change between terms. A prospective student interested in a particular chapter, performing group, or professional association should check the current recognized-organization directory and event schedule. Joining a student group is distinct from enrolling in a university-run support service or participating on a varsity team.

Who studies at Augusta University?

Augusta University reported total enrollment of 10,900 students. That count includes a mix of undergraduate, graduate, and professional learners, so it should not be interpreted as the size of the undergraduate classroom population.

Recent reporting identified 1,303 entering first-time, degree-seeking undergraduates. The student body includes both traditional-age students and adults in later age groups, consistent with the university's range of undergraduate and professional programs. Geographic reporting indicates that Georgia residents make up the largest share, while students from other U.S. states also form a substantial portion. These broad enrollment measures are more useful for understanding the institution's scale than for predicting the makeup of any particular course or program.

How does student life look like at Augusta University?

Student life at Augusta University spans a residential experience and a sizable commuter population. Reported housing information indicates that about 24% of students live on campus and 71% commute, making schedules, travel between sites, and access to activities outside class relevant considerations.

Orientation, student activities, campus recreation, and wellness and academic-support services offer ways to connect beyond coursework. The mix of traditional undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs also means that daily routines differ: a first-year student on the Summerville Campus and a student in a clinical program may use different facilities and keep different hours. The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 16 to 1, an institution-wide measure rather than a promise about class size.

What libraries are available to students at Augusta University?

Augusta University students can use Reese Library on the Summerville Campus and the Robert B. Greenblatt, M.D. Library on the Health Sciences Campus. The two libraries reflect the university's broad academic programs and its specialized medical and health-sciences work.

Library services include access to research materials, electronic resources, and assistance with finding and using sources. Students working remotely or moving between campuses should check borrowing privileges, database access, research-help options, and current building hours for the library most relevant to their work. Specialized health-sciences resources may be particularly useful for clinical and biomedical assignments.

Augusta University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

10900

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

1337

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

691 full time, 19 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Augusta University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 6,049
Graduate: 4,851

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 8,604
Part-time: 2,296

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 850
Men: 487

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 485
Black or African American: 1,488
White: 2,658
American Indian or Alaska Native: 6
Asian: 397
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 9
Two or more races: 331
Unknown: 67

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Augusta University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men––

Basketball

BothBothMen

Cross-country running

Both–Men

Football

–Both–

Golf

Both–Men

Rock climbing

–Both–

Soccer

–Both–

Softball

WomenBoth–

Tennis

Both–Men

Track and field

Both––

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

Women––

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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