There are a wealth of activities and programs, both on campus and in the Sioux Falls community, in which international students are invited to participate, including:

Performing & Visual Arts. Among the things Augustana is best known for are the performing and visual arts. There are a number of band, choral, and orchestral opportunities for students interested in music. The Augustana Theatre Company puts on several theatrical productions each year. The Center for Visual Arts is a state-of-the-art facility for aspiring painters, sculptors, drawers, and potters.

Augustana Athletics. Sixteen teams compete in NCAA Division II intercollegiate athletics for the Augustana Vikings.

Men's sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross country
• Football
• Golf
• Tennis
• Track and field
• Wrestling

Women's sports include:

• Basketball
• Cross country
• Golf
• Tennis
• Track and field
• Soccer
• Softball
• Volleyball

Division II athletics in the United States is very competitive, and a limited number of athletes are able to play, but international students are encouraged to try out. Watch the "I Chose Division II" video  to hear why students choose Division II schools such as Augustana.

Recreational Services. Many students choose to play intramural sports at Augustana. In intramurals, students compete against other Augustana students, and though some games may be highly competitive, the emphasis is on fun and recreation. There are well over 50 intramural leagues and club teams that students may join, including soccer, volleyball, flag football, basketball, ultimate frisbee, frisbee golf, ping pong, laser tag, racquetball, ski club, soccer club, Kong Su Do club, and hockey club. In addition, the Elmen Center provides several venues for exercise and recreation including: a swimming pool, a fitness center with free weights, elliptical machines, treadmills, and exercise bikes, as well an aerobic program and sauna.

Activities and Student Organizations. You'll never be bored at Augustana College. With concerts like O.A.R. and Widespread Panic; speakers like Al Gore and Maya Angelou; clubs such as Green, Augieholics, International Club, Augustana Student Association, Dance Express, Art Club, El Club Español, Deutsch-Klub, Le Cercle Français, Outreach Ministries, Union Board of Governors (bringing entertainment to campus), S.A.L.T. (Service and Learning Together), or the Pre-Med Club; there are endless things to do.

Career Center. The Career Center has friendly staff available to assist students with finding internships, developing interviewing skills through activities such as mock interviews, and securing full-time employment upon graduation. For international students eligible to work, the Career Center also maintains a listing of full-time and part-time employment opportunities. Along with Augustana's professors, the Career Center helps students with their applications and placement in graduate schools as well.

The Mirror. Augustana's student newspaper, The Mirror, provides many chances for students to become involved.  The Mirror also provides the campus with news, information, and entertainment.

Campus Ministry. Augustana College is affiliated with the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America). Students have a number of opportunities to get involved with worship services, outreach, youth ministry, and more. The campus ministry team is available to counsel students seeking spiritual guidance as well.