by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Augustana worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Augustana is ranked #817 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Illinois, it ranks #52 of 112 for value.
Among the majors Augustana offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Exercise Physiology | #11 of 93 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | #14 of 110 |
| French Language Teacher Education | #15 of 61 |
| Teacher Education | #15 of 61 |
| History Education | #18 of 106 |
| International Business | #24 of 106 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | #24 of 106 |
| General Communication Sciences & Disorders | #26 of 127 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #26 of 127 |
| Spanish Education | #27 of 124 |
Read the full Augustana value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Augustana College is ranked #22 out of #129 in Illinois for quality and #52 out of #112 for Illinois value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Augustana financial aid page to be sure.
Augustana College is ranked #817 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Augustana College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Augustana costs about $22,736. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $90,944 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $63,956 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,736 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,736 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $90,944 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Augustana net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Augustana costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Augustana degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $255,824 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,944 | #817 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $90,944 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $255,824 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,944 | #52 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $90,944 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Augustana shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,549 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,949 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,567 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,075 |
| Over $110K | $6,658 |
About 100% of Augustana undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $35,927 per year. Get more details on the Augustana financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Augustana net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.