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Saint Augustine's University

1315 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27610-2298
Tel: (919)516-4000
Private, for profit | 1,442 students
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Located in Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, Saint Augustine's University sits on 105 peaceful acres just west of the city's thriving downtown.  Museums, parks, the state capitol building, and a large variety of restaurants, theaters, nightlife and other attractions are a short drive of bus ride away.  With a number of other colleges and universities in the area and Reasearch Triangle Park a 15-minute drive from campus, the area has a youthful "vibe" and is rich in intellectual stimulation.  The Raleigh area also has several major shopping malls, including one less than 10 miles from campus.

If you're a beach bum, we've got that covered, too - the Carolina coast is within driving distance.  Saint Augustine's University is ideally located for the student who in interested in a small-campus enivronment but does not want to miss out on the opportunities and advantages of a major metropolitan area.  Come see us and let us show you what we have to offer!

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School Overview:

Saint Augustine's University
CountyWake County, NC
Title IV EligibleYes
Carnegie ClassificationOther
Institution Level4 or more years
Institution ControlPrivate, for profit
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		107 staff115 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment1,442 students1,633 students
# Full-Time Students		1,360 students1,434 students
# Part-Time Students		82 students137 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		-1%
% Asian		-2%
% Hawaiian		-1%
% Hispanic		-3%
% Black		96%6%
% White		3%84%
% Two or more races		-2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2012-13)		$17,160$24,462
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2012-13)		$17,160$24,744
 
Percent Admitted47%64%
SAT Reading (25-75%)340-420450-570
SAT Math (25-75%)350-430460-573
ACT Composite (25-75%)14-1720-25

School Notes:

  • The College pursues excellence by developing; Flexible and innovative courses of study that integrate theory and practical application through experiential approaches to learning and Opportunities for students to apply what they learn through service learning, community service, internships, and cooperative education.
  • Augmenting the College's liberal arts core curriculum are rigorous, in-depth programs in business; computer science; teacher education; the natural sciences;forensic science; mathematics; interdisciplinary studies; theater and film; adult education; community development; communications; and military science, a required course for all members of the College's notable Army ROTC battalion.
  • The academic programs at Saint Augustine's College keep you at the center. Our strong liberal arts curriculum will sharpen your ability to think, write and communicate. We want the experience to prepare you for what lies ahead. We are committed to fostering an environment in which you will acquire knowledge, exercise good citizenship and adhere to high standards.
  • The College has a main campus accommodating 37 facilities, three of which - its Chapel, St. Agnes Hall and Taylor Hall - are registered historic landmarks. Also, St. Augustine's was the first historically black college in the nation to have its own on-campus commercial radio and television stations: WAUG-AM750 and WAUG-TV68, Cable Channel 20.

Nearby Schools:

Shaw University
1.6 mi. away
Barton College
39.6 mi. away
Methodist University
47.4 mi. away

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