Student Profile

AU students enjoy a walk to class in the fall

Augustana is proud to attract academically prepared, talented, multi-faceted students who represent an array of geographies, faith backgrounds, and socioeconomic statuses.

Academic Profile

  • ACT Composite: 25.7
  • Average GPA: 3.7
  • High School Rank: 67% from the top quartile

Geographic Distribution

  • South Dakota: 45%
  • Minnesota: 33%
  • Iowa: 9%
  • Nebraska: 5%
  • Other: 8%

Religious Preference

  • Lutheran — ELCA: 32%
  • Lutheran — Other: 7%
  • Catholic: 20%
  • Methodist: 5%
  • Reformed: 3%
  • Other: 33%