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At Augustana, your ambition has our full attention

You’ll arrive at Augustana filled with curiosity and potential. Throughout these four years, we’ll make sure you have the inspiration and support, the adventure-seeking and career-building opportunities, and a lifelong network for the future you deserve.

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Augustana is a dream school

Augustana College is one of 75 “new dream schools” named by higher ed influencer Jeffrey Selingo in his book, “Dream School: Finding the College That’s Right for You” — an instant New York Times bestseller.

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International student-athletes at Augustana

Winning runs deep at Augustana College, where students can excel in both academics and athletics. This is one reason why student-athletes from all over the world choose Augustana, where they grow as an athlete, a student, a leader and a world citizen.

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For Augustana athletes, high performance means double majors

It’s not by chance that Augustana College is in the top 1% in the nation, including all NCAA divisions, for students who balance excellence in their studies and their sport.

Applying early

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Why Makena Biltoft '28 applied early

When Makena Biltoft '28 from Denver, Colo., realized Augustana was at the top of her college list, applying Early Decision was a no-brainer.

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Why Leo Kopplin '28 applied early

Although Leo Kopplin had been around Augustana’s campus throughout his life, each official visit offered something new and exciting. What solidified his choice was Augustana's supportive culture.

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Why Maggie Tracy '28 applied early

Maggie Tracy '28 from Champaign, Ill., knew Augustana College was the right choice for her as soon as she visited campus.

Evelyn Nelson
More Than I Imagined • Evelyn Nelson
“I had no idea what I wanted to study when I came to Augustana, and now I am graduating as a triple major!”
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Linh Nguyen
More Than I Imagined • Linh Nguyen
“If I could go back and tell my freshman self that I am now going into a Ph.D. program in neuroscience, she would never believe it.”
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Alison Ogden
More Than I Imagined • Alison Ogden
“Augustana helped me realize that I could do way more than I ever thought possible.”
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Rachel Pariso
More Than I Imagined • Rachel Pariso
“I have incredible advisors who encouraged me to major in accounting and finance and so many inspirational professors.”
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Lauren Pillion
More Than I Imagined • Lauren Pillion
“The professors I've had and the people I've met have made me who I am today.”
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