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About Augusta University

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Augusta University is a public research university in Augusta, GA, known for its health sciences focused, public research university, and georgia medical hub. With an acceptance rate of 86%, AU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,047 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 1020–1210 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT. AU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,507 per year; the sticker price of $40,332 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Augusta University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

86%
Overall Accept Rate
1115
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1210

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Augusta University

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Application Strategy
Augusta University processes applications on a rolling basis for many programs, so submitting your application in September or October rather than waiting until the deadline gives your file a better chance of being reviewed when more spots are still open.
Essay Strategy
Augusta University sits in a city with deep ties to healthcare, military history, and the Masters Tournament, so if your essays or short answers can connect your goals to the Augusta community or the university's medical mission, admissions readers will see you as a genuine fit rather than someone who just applied broadly.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Augusta University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$40k/yr$11.1k
30k-48k~$40k/yr$11.2k
48k-75k~$40k/yr$13.7k
75k-110k~$40k/yr$17.5k
110k+~$40k/yr$18.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

49%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,901
Undergrad Enrollment
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