Welcome to Augustana University. Your Bold Future Starts Here.
Welcome to Augustana
A nationally recognized university located in Sioux Falls, Augustana is home to students who aspire to become the change-makers and problem-solvers of tomorrow.
We believe life is about the journey — the places you see, the experiences you have, the knowledge you gain and the people you meet along the way. It's what being a Viking is all about, and it's why we're proud to partner with families to make that journey possible.
Viking Bold: The Journey to 2030
Inspired by Lutheran scholarly tradition and the liberal arts, Augustana provides an education of enduring worth that challenges the intellect, fosters integrity and integrates faith with learning and service in a diverse world.
97
Placement Rate for 2020 Graduates Employed in Their Major or Chosen Field
Top
5
Best Regional University in the Midwest
U.S. News & World Report
12:1
Student-to-Teacher Ratio in Augustana University Classrooms
98
2019 Graduates Participated in Engaged Learning
Student Spotlight
Augustana Student Association President Courtney Chrystal, Class of 2023, talks about what makes Augustana special and why she chose AU.
Courtney Chrystal
Augustana University Celebrates 2021 Commencement
Augustana Spotlight
University News
AU Welcomes 2,000+ Students in Academic Year 2021-22
The university is excited to announce that a total of 2,022 students — including part- and full-time undergraduate and graduate students — have chosen to embark on a bold future at Augustana.
University News
First Beacom Research Fellows Reflect on Learning Opportunities
A generous donation from Lisa and Miles Beacom in February allowed Augustana students the chance to conduct impactful, hands-on research while better serving the Sioux Falls community.
University News
Augustana Athletics to Add Women’s Lacrosse in 2023-24 Academic Year
Continuing with Augustana University’s strategic plan — Viking Bold: The Journey to 2030 — of providing students opportunities and to help fuel enrollment growth, Augustana Athletics is proud to announce the addition of women’s lacrosse beginning in the 2023-24 academic year.