Augustana College

What is the cost of studying for a year at Augustana College?

Augustana College's published price is substantially higher than the amount many aid recipients ultimately pay. For the 2024-25 reporting year, full-time undergraduate tuition was $51,438, with $160 in required fees; the reported tuition and fees were the same for in-state and out-of-state students.

Reported annual room and board charges were $12,862, and books and supplies were estimated at $1,200. Adding those figures to tuition and required fees produces a rough subtotal of $65,660. It is not a complete personal cost-of-attendance estimate: transportation, personal spending, and any program-specific expenses can add to it. Housing and meal choices can also change the amount owed.

Financial aid changes the comparison. In the reported aid data, all students in the measured group received some form of aid, and the average grant amount awarded to undergraduates was $35,927. That average is not a discount available to every applicant. Reported average net price also varied by family income - for example, it was $16,525 for families in the $0-$48,000 bracket - but an individual offer may differ substantially. Compare colleges using each school's aid offer and a full estimate of expenses, not tuition alone.

What are the work-study opportunities at Augustana College?

Augustana students can pursue campus employment, while eligible students may receive Federal Work-Study as part of a financial aid offer. Federal Work-Study is a need-based employment program: an award creates an opportunity to earn wages through eligible work, not an automatic reduction of the tuition bill or a promise of a particular job.

Other part-time student positions may be available without a Work-Study award. Applicants should check job eligibility, available hours, pay, and the hiring process separately from their aid package. An internship may offer academic or professional experience but is not necessarily paid and should not be counted on as a way to cover semester bills.

For career planning beyond part-time work, Augustana offers individual counseling, résumé assistance, interview preparation, job-search resources, employer recruitment, and alumni networking. Students can use these services to explore fields and seek internships; the existence of a service is not an employment outcome.