Saint Augustine's University: Review & Facts

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Saint Augustine's University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 1,110 students enrolled. This institution was established in 1867 and is one of the 11 colleges located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Saint Augustine's University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with Protestant Episcopal Church.

Academic Offerings

At Saint Augustine's University you can obtain your bachelor's degree or master's degree.

Majors
Offered

26

Saint Augustine's University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers 26 majors. The most popular concentrations are Occupational Therapy, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Computer Science, and Biology. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a positive sign. However, if you plan to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Saint Augustine's University student retention rate is relatively low at 64% (close to North Carolina average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention

64%

Fair

The graduation rate at Saint Augustine's University is very low: 19%.

Student to faculty ratio at Saint Augustine's University is good - 10:1. Find out more regarding instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition cost is close to the nationwide median - about $11,000 per academic year. The additional fees at Saint Augustine's University (not included in tuition costs) are roughly $6,000; which makes it a total of $17,000 annually.

Read the details about Saint Augustine's University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate

59%

Doable

As reported in recent data, 4,918 applications were submitted and 2,894 were accepted, so it is not very hard to get accepted at this school.

This school might accept dual credits and advanced placement credits at entry.

Check the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Saint Augustine's University in the Admissions and Tests report for this institution.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price

$3,400

Low

Saint Augustine's University provides study abroad programs and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Saint Augustine's University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade

D

Unsafe

Saint Augustine's University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates roughly 1,100 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low -- about $3,400 a year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Saint Augustine's University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available

Yes

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Saint Augustine's University appears to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Saint Augustine's University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Saint Augustine's University
1315 Oakwood Avenue
Raleigh, North Carolina
27610-2298, USA