Augsburg University is a liberal arts institution in Minneapolis. Augsburg University was started in September 1869 and was moved to Minneapolis in 1872. It also offers classes at another location in Rochester. Currently, 3,389 students are enrolled in the university. 

Apart from the U.S, Augsburg offers admission to students from 47 nations to study in the USA. Augsburg University has featured as one of the “Best Value Colleges or Universities, Minnesota”. 

Rankings

Augsburg University has received several recognitions. Augsburg University has ranked-

• Princeton Review has also named it “Best in the Midwest”. Augsburg University ranks #2 in producing Fulbright Scholars as 22 students have received the award since 2007.
• #401 - #500 in U.S rankings, by Times Higher Education.
• #13 in Regional Universities Midwest, by U.S News and World Report.
• #311 Best College in America by Money for the value of money.

Highlights

Programs, Campus, and Residence

Programs

Augsburg University offers programs in the fields of BA, BS, BM, MA, MBA, MFA, MS, MSW, and DNP degrees. It offers undergraduate education for adults and professional courses other than regular undergraduate (day) courses and graduate programs.

• The university offers 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate courses.
• Some of the most popular undergraduate majors are – Biology, Marketing, Computer Science, Psychology, Exercise Science, Social Work, Management, Communication Studies, and Elementary Education.

Campus

The primary campus of Augsburg University in Minneapolis is spread over an area of 24 acres. It surrounds the Murphy Square and is quite close to the Mississipi River and Seven Corners Theatre district. The location is well connected to the greater Twin Cities area by bus routes and light rail transit lines. In Rochester, the university offers classes at Bethel Lutheran Church near downtown.

• The Minneapolis campus offers adult undergraduate courses, Master and Doctoral degrees in Business Administration, Education, and Nursing.
• Minneapolis campus is near many Fortune 500 companies, restaurants, shops, theatres, and other attractive destinations and has libraries, residential halls, dining halls, cafes, etc.

Residence

In Augsburg University, 44% of the students opt for on-campus housing out of which 65% of the residents are first-year students. Students can also opt to live off-campus and search for housing in the US. There are five residence halls – Anderson Hall, Luther Hall, Mortensen Hall, Oren Gateway Center, and Urness Hall. All residential halls offer Wi-Fi facilities and free laundry among other benefits.

• The types of rooms available are – 1/2/3/4 bedroom apartments, Floorhouse (Single/Double), Townhouse (single/Double), Suites, and Studio.
• Oren Gateway Centre is the newest residential building. Both Oren Gateway Centre and Luther Hall have full kitchens with amenities.
• The meal plan is optional for Luther Hall residents.
• Students can choose from five types of meal plans. Flex points are available for buying food from on-campus cafes and diners.

Augsburg University Admission Process

First-year students applying to Augsburg University have to fill up a Common Application online. Applications are accepted for Spring and Fall sessions. Graduate applicants have to apply separately for their respective chosen programs.

How to Apply – Common App/ University Application Portal

Admission Requirements

• Official transcripts for previous education
• One letter of recommendation (undergraduate)/ two letters of recommendations (graduate)
• Resume and essay (graduate)
• Certification of finances
• Proof of English Proficiency – IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/ACT scores

Cost of Attendance

UG Cost of Attendance: The estimated annual direct expenses that a student has to incur at Augsburg University are mentioned below:

Tuition Fees for Graduate Programs:

Housing Expenses at Augsburg University: The housing charges and meal plans are tabulated below,

The meal plan expenses at Augsburg University are estimated to be between 4090 USD – 4996 USD per year according to the meal plan chosen by the student. 

Financial Aids and Scholarships

Augsburg University offers scholarships to study in the USA for graduate and undergraduate students. International students in the first year can avail of international scholarships that are awarded to all degree-seeking students.

Name of the Scholarship – International Regents Scholarships

Value – 30,000 USD per year for on-campus residents/ 25,000 USD for off-campus students

Application – No application is required as all incoming foreign students in the first year are eligible.

The International Regents Scholarship

Alumni Network

Augsburg University has an alumni strength of about 29,000. The alumni members can avail the following benefits –

• Discount on tuitions for graduate and undergraduate adult programs
• Career services
• Library access for lifetime
• Loan repayment support
• Application and test prep help
• Email services
• Discounts at Staples Advantage for personal purchases

Some of the notable alumni of Augsburg university are:

• Dr. Amit Ghosh - Director of General Internal Medicine International Medicine Program and International Operations, Mayo Clinic
• Jacquie Berglund - CEO and Co-Founder of FINNEGANS