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Augustana College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range1040 to 1260
ACT Range21 to 29
Average GPA3.44
Acceptance Rate62.8%

With a 62.8% acceptance rate, Augustana is approachable, but testing still matters: 56% of students submitted SAT scores. If you choose to test, aim toward the upper half of the 1040 to 1260 SAT range to strengthen your academic profile.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Augustana College facts and stats

Quick Facts

Augustana College is a suburban institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,522 students. Augustana College has a freshman retention rate of 82%, above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 73%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.

Location

Rock Island, IL

Undergrad Enrollment2,522
Freshman Retention82%
SettingSuburban
Student to Faculty Ratio12:1
Graduation Rate73%
Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Augustana College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

August 20

Early Action

November 1

Early Decision

November 1

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

July 15

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to Augustana College, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes. For the November 1 Early Decision and Early Action deadlines, an October retake is typically the last fall test date likely to arrive in time, and it can help if you are trying to improve a superscore.

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What you'll actually pay

Augustana College is a private not-for-profit, so the same rate applies to all students. Tuition and fees are $51,598, and 67% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $36,438. Submit the FAFSA by the July 15 priority deadline.

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Tuition and Fees$51,598
Room and Board$12,502
Average Merit Award$36,438
Application FeeN/A
Students on Aid67%
Average Aid Package$44,236
Average Debt at Grad$33,807

At Augustana College, tuition, fees, room and board total about $64,100 before aid. Financial aid is common, with 67% of students receiving aid and an average aid package of $44,236. Merit awards are a significant part of the picture, averaging $36,438. Students graduate with an average debt of $33,807.

Student life at Augustana College

Activities and Organizations
Student newspaper
Drama and theater
Radio station
Marching band
Choral groups
Musical theater
Yearbook
Housing

66% of undergrads live on campus

Freshman housing: Guaranteed

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Greek life

Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.

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