International Student Costs & Scholarships

International Costs & Scholarships at AU

Augustana University is dedicated to making education accessible for students from around the world. All full-time undergraduate international students receive scholarships to help support their academic journey. Explore the comprehensive costs of attending Augustana, including tuition, housing and other expenses to plan confidently for your future.

2027-28 Undergraduate International Student Direct Costs

Item	Cost
Full-time Tuition (12-18 credits/semester)*	$43,350
Student Fees (Activity & IT Fees)**	$1,246
Housing — Double Occupancy (Stavig, Granskou & East Halls)***	$4,672
Food (Meal Plan)	$6,040
International Student Matriculation Fee	$575
International Student Health Insurance	$1,980
Total Direct Cost	$57,863

* Including up to four credits for January Term (J-Term)
** Additional estimated course fees may apply to some courses.
*** Additional residence hall rates listed below
Any student who registers for more than 18 credit hours in the fall or spring semester will be charged an overload fee of $620 per credit hour.

2027-28 Undergraduate International Student Indirect Costs

Item	Cost
Books & Supplies	$1,000
Transportation	$1,600
Personal/Misc. Expenses	$2,000
Total Indirect Cost	$4,600

Indirect costs are estimated costs that are not charged to a student’s university account but are still a part of life as a college student. This includes books and supplies, transportation, and personal or miscellaneous expenses. Actual expenses will vary by student.

2027-28 Housing/Residence Hall Rates*

Residence Hall/Apartment/Theme House	Cost
Stavig, Granskou, East Halls (Double Room)	$4,672
Stavig and Granskou Halls (Single Room)	$7,080
Tuve Hall (Single Room)	$7,148
Bergsaker and Solberg Halls (Double Room)	$5,314
Bergsaker and Solberg Halls (Single Room)	$8,054
Wagoner Hall (Double Room)	$5,776
Wagoner Hall (Single Room)	$8,750
Schoeneman and Costello Apartments (Single Room)	$7,218
Balcer, Nelsen and Svendsbye Apartments (Single Room)	$7,904
Foundation Heights Apartment (Single in Shared)	$9,188
Foundation Heights (Private Apartment)	$11,440
Theme House (Single Room)	$7,218

*Academic scholarships are based on campus housing and a qualified meal plan. Visit our Awarding Policy page for more information.

For information on summer housing, visit augie.edu/SummerHousing.

2027-28 Meal Plan Rates*

Meal Plan	Cost
The Unlimited (Qualified/Full Mean Plan)	$6,040 (includes tax)
The Fifteen (Qualified/Full Mean Plan)	$6,040 (includes tax)
The Block 90 (Non-Qualified Meal Plan)	$2,310 (includes tax)
The Block 45 (Non-Qualified Meal Plan)	$2,310 (includes tax)

*Academic scholarships are based on campus housing and a qualified meal plan. Visit our Awarding Policy page for more information.

2027-28 Deposits

Deposit	Cost
International Student Enrollment Deposit (applied to first term billing statement)	$125
Housing Deposit (damage deposit)	$100

Summer 2027 Undergraduate Tuition & Fees

Item	Cost
Tuition	$395/credit
Fee	$70/credit
Housing & Dining (Double Room)	$650/month (includes $300/month in dining dollars)
Housing & Dining (Single Room)	$650/month (includes $300/month in dining dollars)

For information on summer housing, visit augie.edu/SummerHousing.

2026-27 International Student Undergraduate Costs

2026-27 Comprehensive Cost List as Listed on I-20

Full-time Tuition (12-18 credits/semester) | $41,986*
Housing Double Occupancy | $4,580**
Meal Plan (Including taxes) | $5,810
Student Fees (activities fee, technology fees, housing deposit) | $1,246
De & Dave Knudson Center for Global Engagement Fee (one time) | $500
Books (estimate) | $1,000
Health Insurance | $2,200

Total I-20 Cost | $57,322

* Including up to four credits for January Term (J-Term)

** Additional residence hall rates listed below

Any student who registers for more than 18 credit hours in the fall or spring semester will be charged an overload fee of $600 per credit hour.

Miscellaneous course fees may apply to courses within the following majors: accounting, American Sign Language, art, biology, business administration (internship), chemistry, nursing and physical education (January Interim skiing and snowboarding).

2026-27 Residence Halls* & Meal Plans*

Stavig, Granskou, East Hall (Double Room) | $4,580
Tuve, Stavig, Granskou Hall (Single Room) | $6,940
Bergsaker & Solberg Hall (Double Room) | $5,110
Bergsaker & Solberg Hall (Single Room) | $7,744
Wagoner Hall (Double Room) | $5,554
Schoeneman & Costello Apartments (Single Room) | $6,940
Balcer, Nelsen & Svendsbye Apartments (Single Room) | $7,600
Theme House (Single Room) | $6,940
Qualified (Full) Meal Plans
- The Unlimited | $5,810 (includes tax)
- The Fifteen | $5,810 (includes tax)
Non-qualified Meal Plan
- The Block 90 | $2,220 (includes tax)
- The Block 45 | $2,220 (includes tax)

For information on summer housing, visit augie.edu/SummerHousing.

*Academic Scholarships are based on campus housing and a qualified meal plan; visit our Awarding Policy page for more information. Because AU’s scholarship programs also assist with campus housing and an unlimited meal plan, students who opt out of one or both of those will incur a 10% reduction on each scholarship they receive from the university. Federal financial aid sources will not be reduced.

International Student Costs & Scholarships FAQs

Do I need to complete a separate scholarship application?

No. At Augustana, your admission application also serves as your scholarship application, which means students are eligible for scholarships as soon as they are admitted.

Is my scholarship annual?

Scholarships awarded upon admission from Augustana are renewable, provided students maintain full-time status and good academic standing.

How much does it cost for international students to attend Augustana?

On average, after scholarships, international students pay between $24,000–$30,000 per year. That figure includes full-time tuition, on-campus housing (double room), a meal plan, all student fees and estimates for health insurance and textbooks.

What financial documents are required for international students?

Before Augustana can issue an I-20 (required for a U.S. student visa), students must show proof of sufficient funding for one year of study. This typically includes a bank statement or other financial documents showing access to the remaining costs not covered by scholarships. If a sponsor (other than immediate family) is helping, additional bank statements and letters of support from sponsors can be submitted.

When are tuition payments due?

Generally speaking, students make two payments to Augustana each year. The first payment is due by Aug. 15 for the fall semester and the second payment is due by Jan. 15 for the spring semester. If it is more convenient, international students may also set up a 3-payment plan each semester.

Can international students work while studying at Augustana?

A limited number of on-campus jobs are available for international students to earn spending money and gain work experience. International students are limited to on-campus work during the first year of study, according to U.S. immigration regulations. During a student's second, third and fourth year, off-campus employment can be approved as long as the job is related to the student's major(s). Augustana students have excellent access to paid internships and jobs in the diverse and quickly-growing economy in Sioux Falls, where the unemployment rate hovers around 2%, consistently among the lowest in the nation. Learn more about international student employment.