Augusta University combines open admission with targeted health professions education, achieving top 25% performance for low-income graduate earnings at $63,500. The institution demonstrates well above average mobility outcomes while maintaining affordability through controlled debt levels and strong financial aid delivery for diverse student populations.
Around the national average, reflecting the institution's focus on regional career preparation rather than maximizing earnings
Demonstrating well above average performance in cost management and financial aid delivery
At above average levels, indicating solid enrollment of Pell-eligible and first-generation students
With well above average outcomes, reflecting the institution's effectiveness in supporting economic advancement for diverse student populations
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Full AnalysisAugusta University delivers specialized value through health professions education, generating meaningful career advancement despite modest median earnings of $48,472. Low-income graduates earn $63,500, ranking in the top 25% nationally and demonstrating the institution's effectiveness in supporting economic mobility.
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing graduates earn $67,564, while Clinical Research Coordinator graduates earn $49,746, reflecting strong outcomes in targeted health fields. Median student debt of $20,500 remains manageable compared to peer institutions, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 supporting long-term financial sustainability.
Students seeking affordable health professional pathways, particularly nursing and clinical research, at a mid-sized public university. Well-suited for working adults and transfer students (28.5%) given Augusta University's open access admission policy and strong health-focused outcomes despite modest overall earnings.
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Mobility Engine for health professions
Augusta University ranks #362 nationally with composite performance at the 77.8th percentile, demonstrating strong performance as a regional public institution in Georgia. Located in Augusta, this medium-sized public university maintains open access admission with an 89.3% acceptance rate while serving 38.4% Pell-eligible and 28.3% first-generation students.
Augusta University's Mobility Engine designation reflects its ability to serve diverse student populations while delivering meaningful economic advancement. The institution demonstrates well above average mobility performance at the 84.9th percentile, combining broad educational access with solid post-graduation outcomes.
Test scores rank at the 90.0th percentile for SAT and 93.0th percentile for ACT, indicating strong academic preparation despite open admission policies. Graduates earn around the national average but with specialized strength in health professions that drive economic mobility for students from diverse backgrounds.
Augusta University maintains open access admission with an 89.3% acceptance rate, meaning approximately 9 in 10 applicants receive admission offers. This places Augusta University well within the Open Access category, serving students with diverse academic backgrounds and preparation levels.
The peer median admission rate of 84.6% indicates Augusta University is slightly more accessible than typical institutions in its comparison group. Open access policies reflect the institution's mission to serve regional students and provide educational opportunity for diverse populations, including working adults and transfer students.
Students should expect admission decisions based primarily on basic academic preparation rather than competitive selection. For prospective applicants, Augusta University's high acceptance rate creates favorable odds for admission, though students should still demonstrate college readiness through academic preparation.
The institution's approach prioritizes educational access and regional workforce development over selective admission practices.
Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
Augusta University's published cost of attendance reaches $22,146 annually, consisting of $8,122 in-state tuition, $11,935 for room and board, and $1,240 for books and supplies. Out-of-state students face higher tuition of $23,500, bringing total costs to $37,524.
However, the average student pays just $13,347 after financial aid, representing savings of $8,799 from the sticker price. This net price compares favorably to regional peers, though running $746 above the peer median of $14,093.
The financial aid system reduces costs substantially across all income levels, with the most significant support directed toward lower-income families. Net prices range from $10,597 for families earning under $30,000 to $16,901 for those earning over $110,000, creating a progressive cost structure that supports educational access.
The institution's combination of moderate sticker prices with meaningful financial aid delivery positions Augusta University as an affordable option within Georgia's public higher education system, particularly for in-state residents seeking health professions education.
Augusta University graduates demonstrate specialized career preparation with median earnings of $48,472 ten years after enrollment, ranking at the 37th percentile nationally. Earnings show modest growth from $45,037 at six years to $48,472 at ten years, representing 7.6% growth over the four-year period.
These outcomes are based on cohorts of 1,394 graduates at six years and 2,282 at ten years, providing solid confidence in reported figures. Earnings span from $29,866 at the 25th percentile to $72,758 at the 75th percentile, reflecting significant variation across program areas.
The 2.4:1 ratio between top and bottom quartiles indicates meaningful differences in career trajectories, with health professions leading outcomes. Low-income graduates earn $63,500, placing Augusta University in the top 25% nationally for supporting students from lower-income backgrounds.
While earnings beyond expectations show -$2,061, the institution's strength lies in converting access into stable career preparation, particularly in healthcare fields where graduates achieve strong regional employment outcomes.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Citadel Military College Of South Carolina Similar quality tier in Southeast (#356 ranked) | SC | 98% | $72,085 | #356 | Compare |
East Tennessee State University Similar quality tier in Southeast (#358 ranked) | TN | 87% | $44,859 | #358 | Compare |
Ramapo College Of New Jersey Similar quality tier (#354 ranked) | NJ | 73% | $67,541 | #354 | Compare |
Central Michigan University Similar quality tier (#359 ranked) | MI | 91% | $55,874 | #359 | Compare |
Radford University Similar quality tier in Southeast (#360 ranked) | VA | 91% | $53,739 | #360 | Compare |
Artificial Intelligence.
43 graduates
Information Resources Management.
11 graduates
Blood Bank Technology Specialist.
14 graduates
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing.
181 graduates
Business/Commerce, General.
33 graduates
Augusta University offers 18 bachelor's degree programs with federal earnings data, concentrated heavily in health professions and professional services. Adult Health Nurse/Nursing leads enrollment with 181 graduates earning $67,564, ranking #169 nationally and #11 in Georgia.
Clinical Research Coordinator ranks #42 nationally and #1 in Georgia, graduating 49 students with median earnings of $49,746 and a strong value score of 42.3. Business/Commerce ranks #32 nationally and #3 in Georgia, producing 33 graduates earning $60,541 with the highest value score of 52.3.
Artificial Intelligence generates the highest earnings at $73,031 for 43 graduates, ranking #150 nationally and #7 in Georgia. Psychology represents a major enrollment area with 72 graduates, though earnings of $34,696 reflect typical liberal arts outcomes.
The program portfolio emphasizes health professions, with multiple nursing and clinical specialties driving the institution's professional focus and regional workforce development mission.
