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A nationally-recognized university located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Augustana University 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, experiences you have, knowledge you gain and 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.

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AU in Review: Spring 2025

of 2024 Graduates Achieved a Positive Career Outcome

Top 5

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U.S. News & World Report

12:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio in Augustana University Classrooms

of 2024 Graduates Received Admission Into Continuing Education

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Student Spotlight

Nearly 2,400 undergraduate and graduate students at Augustana University come from 41 states and 54 countries.

Hannah Nguyen '25, an international student from Dak Lak, Vietnam, highlights her experience at Augustana and the support she's received.

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Augustana News Spotlight

Augustana Welcomes Largest Ever Incoming Class, Student Body in University’s 165-Year History

Augustana University welcomed a total of 2,548 students — part- and full-time undergraduate and graduate students — for Academic Year 2025-26, the largest ever student body in Augustana’s 165-year history. Among those undergraduates, a total of 615 full-time first-year students chose AU — a record high and 15% increase from last year. Augustana also set a record for the overall number of graduate students in the university’s history.

Eide/Dalrymple Gallery Welcomes Back Augustana Alumna Gracie Rothering ‘22 for Viking Days Exhibit

The Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University is welcoming alumna Gracie Rothering ‘22 for a homecoming exhibition that is on view through Oct. 2. Rothering will exhibit two photographic series, “Hola Daniela” and “HomeTown,” and will present a free public artist talk on Friday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. as a part of the Viking Days festivities. A gallery reception will be held the same evening from 7-9 p.m.

Meet the 2025 Alumni Achievement and Horizon Award Winners

Each year, Alumni Achievement Awards are presented to Augustana University alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their fields of endeavor, communities and/or churches. The Horizon Award recognizes young alumni who have graduated within the last 15 years and quickly demonstrated outstanding vocational achievement and provided faithful service to their community and/or church. Recipients of both awards must exemplify one of the shared core values of the university.

Meet the 2025 Award Winners.

Matthew Whitaker Joins Augustana University as Inaugural Artist-in-Residence

The Augustana School of Music has appointed Matthew Whitaker, an internationally-acclaimed jazz pianist, composer and educator, as the university’s inaugural artist-in-residence.

Augustana Math & Statistics Skills Center Equals Success, Relieves ‘Math Anxiety’ for Students

The Math & Statistics Skills Center at Augustana University opened to students in Fall 2024 — a response to what faculty were witnessing among students in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, the center has become popular among students with a variety of different majors — taking advantage of its resources, community and vibe.

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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.