Augustana University (South Dakota): what international applicants need

What are Augustana University (South Dakota)'s application deadlines for 2026–27?

Augustana University (South Dakota) admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Augustana University (South Dakota)'s acceptance rate?

67.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Augustana University (South Dakota) admitted 2,044 of its 3,017 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Augustana University (South Dakota) require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Augustana University (South Dakota) requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Augustana University (South Dakota)?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 580–690 in Math and 570–680 in Reading and Writing (4% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 21–27.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Augustana University (South Dakota)'s application fee for international students?

Augustana University (South Dakota) charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Augustana University (South Dakota) accept?

Augustana University (South Dakota) lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Augustana University (South Dakota) accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Augustana University (South Dakota) accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Augustana University (South Dakota) require?

Augustana University (South Dakota) doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Augustana University (South Dakota) require the Common App personal essay?

No. Augustana University (South Dakota) doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Augustana University (South Dakota) have?

225 of Augustana University (South Dakota)'s 2,003 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 11.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Augustana University (South Dakota) cost for international students?

Augustana University (South Dakota)'s published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $40,160, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $10,326. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $58,176 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Augustana University (South Dakota) give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, Augustana University (South Dakota) gave institutional scholarships or grants to 242 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source