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ACCEPTANCE RATE

66.91%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

2

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$20,344

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Economics Degree

The economics program at Augustana College prepares students for careers as a consultant, financial analyst, market analyst, public policy analyst, purchasing manager, and research assistant. The program focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation, and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Program courses include: economic theory, micro and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer economics degrees.

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Augustana College (Augie)

452 S Anderson Rd, Rock Hill, SC

About
Augustana College, located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was founded in 1860, though its history dates to 1835 when Scandinavian immigrants established Hillsboro Academy in Hillsboro, Illinois. The school has seen migration to various states and cities with a variety of for the better part of its early history, eventually settling in Sioux Falls as the Lutheran Normal School in 1889. The schools close proximity to Augustana College located in Canton, resulted in the merger between the two schools in 1918, resulting in the Augustana College and Normal School, followed by the dropping of the “and Normal School” from the name in 1926. Augustana College is a private four year liberal arts institution based on Lutheran principles.

Academics
Augustana College offers over sixty majors and 34 minors, allowing students to select the program and education that best suits his or her academic and career goals. Most programs take four years to complete and result in a bachelor's degree. Minor degrees provide additional studies in a separate field of interest or a field that augments one's major through related study. Additionally, the school offers master degree programs in education and sports administration and leadership, requiring a separate application for admission with its own requirements.

Programs offered at Augustana College include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Augustana College must meet the minimum requirements for admission, including a minimum 2.7 GPA, an ACT score of 20 (SAT 950), writing competency demonstrated through the essay, and a letter of recommendation. Applicants must supply transcripts from previous schools. Once the application and necessary information is submitted it will be reviewed and a decision made. If admitted, students will receive information to prepare for their time at Augustana College.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and obtain a Federal PIN. Once submitted, the resulting student aid report (SAR) will be used to determine need, program eligibility, and monetary awards.

Students Enrolled in the Economics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Augustana College offers a bachelor's degree program in economics.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male5
Female1

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
White3
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Economics program at Augustana College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Economists

Description

Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, economists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
    • Total Employment: 40
    • Average Hourly Rate: $49.04
    • Average Annual Salary: $102010

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students Augie accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Augustana College may offer student services including:

  • Distance learning
  • Career path counseling
  • Work study style employment
  • Assisting students to find work
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Augustana College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
  • Basketball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
  • Track and Field (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
  • Football (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling