Augusta State University

Augusta State University was a public institution of higher education located in Augusta, Georgia. The university offered undergraduate and graduate degree programs across a range of disciplines before merging with Georgia Health Sciences University in 2012 to form Augusta University. Institutional type and current enrollment data are not reported in available IPEDS records under this entry.

During its operation, Augusta State University provided programs in areas including business, education, liberal arts, nursing, and the sciences. The institution served as a key access point for higher education in the Central Savannah River Area region of Georgia. Students seeking programs formerly offered by Augusta State University should refer to Augusta University for current offerings.

Augusta is the second-largest city in Georgia, situated along the Savannah River on the Georgia-South Carolina border. Augusta State University played a significant role in the educational and economic development of the Augusta metropolitan area throughout its history.