Overview
Saint Augustine's University was founded by the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina in 1867. It is one of only two HBCUs affiliated with the Episcopal church. SAU offers a liberal arts education, Greek Life, Peer Mentorship, and a Royal Court. Located on a 105-acre campus in Raleigh, NC, SAU features three colleges. It also hosts the Taylor Wellness Center, Confucius Institute for learning Chinese Language and Culture, and a Men’s Career Closet to assist students in preparation for interviews and careers.
Acceptance Rate:
59%
Average Net Price:
$18,596
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
2.5
Average ACT Composite
13
Average SAT Composite
847
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $16,896 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $16,896 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,376 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
0
100
46%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
61%
Average Aid Per Year
$11,769
61%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,770
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,100
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
44%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5085
91%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,770
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$9,722,265
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
76%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,510
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$334
Students receiving federal loans
76%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,510
Average Other Loans Per Year
$9,833
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Protestant Episcopal
- HBCU
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
4918
Students Applied
44%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
17
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$35
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 13
Average SAT Composite: 847
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
2.5
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,108
Total Number of Undergrads
1,085
0
100
15%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
19%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
24
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
14
Countries Represented
5
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
35%
Student Organizations
44
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
76%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
76%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Falcons
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc
Total Male Athletes
164
Total Female Athletes
64
Intramural Sports
7
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Cross Country
- Softball
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Saint Augustine's University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$30,000
Top 5 Cities
Raleigh
Washington
Charlotte
New York
Atlanta
Top 5 Employers
Saint Augustine's University
Wake County Public School System
US Army
Wells Fargo
Vodafone
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Operations
Education
Sales
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Loan Default Rate
29%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$334
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingIt's hard to fail at this school. Their program Freshman Experience, keeps you in constant contact with advisors, professors, and tutors. You even have to check in with them.
Chelsea from Afghanistan
I think the professors here are pretty decent. They have so many different teaching styles here and there is so much you can learn from these professors here. I feel like I am learning so much about myself and about the world by being here.
Michael from Suffolk, VA
As an upcoming sophomore at Saint Augustine's University I would rate it 8 out of 10. The faculty and staff are helpful and understanding. Last the event and activities keep life on campus entertaining.
Sharea from Anchorage, AK
Saint Augustine's is a very wonderful college to attend. Here they make you feel apart of the family. Here at Saint Augustine's they keep you posted on your classwork and homework.
Tyril from Raleigh, NC
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