Auggie Plan
Finish your bachelor’s degree efficiently and affordably with the Auggie Plan!
Follow a defined pathway to earn your two-year associate degree from Minneapolis Community and Technical College, then seamlessly transfer to Augsburg University to finish your bachelor’s degree.
Through the Auggie Plan, if you complete 60 credits at Minneapolis College with a 2.75 GPA* or better, you are guaranteed admission to Augsburg University. You may also be eligible for merit scholarships based on your previous college coursework.
*2.5-2.75 GPA still considered for admission, but not guaranteed
Augsburg & Minneapolis College Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) Pathway
If you are interested in nursing and getting a bachelors degree in 3 years, you may want to learn more about the BSN pathway with Augsburg too. Janet Lestock, Augsburg's main transfer counselor for nursing, is available by appointment.
For details about the Auggie Plan, please contact:
- Katie Asfeld, Auggie Plan Director
- Cheryl Field, Admissions Coordinator Minneapolis Community and Technical College
What Does the Auggie Plan Do?
- Maps out all the coursework you need at both institutions to make sure all your courses transfer
- Guarantees that your 60 credits from Minneapolis College will satisfy all first- and second-year general education requirements at Augsburg University
- Grants you access to both Minneapolis College and Augsburg advisors during all four years for extra support and guidance
- If working with the Augsburg advisor and making course adjustments, the plan can lead to any major options at Augsburg
- Gives you time to explore majors and career interests and offers the resources to secure work after graduation
- Timeline helps a student to complete a BA degree within four years
Is This Affordable?
Because students on the Auggie Plan enter Augsburg at the junior level, many will qualify for scholarships—making it possible to earn a four-year private college degree with needs-based grants and manageable student loans. PELL grant eligible students may qualify for the 2 + 2 Scholarship.
Contact Augsburg for more information.
Who Should Look into the Auggie Plan?
The Auggie Plan is designed for Minnesota residents who want to begin their college career experience at Minneapolis College but are seeking a clear, attainable path to a bachelor’s degree.
If you like to learn with people of diverse backgrounds, are excited by life in the city, and motivated by hands-on learning, you’re a good fit for the Auggie Plan.
Why Minneapolis College and Augsburg?
Both Minneapolis College and Augsburg are conveniently located in the heart of Minneapolis, provide services to help all students achieve college success, value intentional diversity, and are committed to developing future leaders.
Auggie Plan Flyer Link
To get started on the Auggie Plan, contact Katie Asfeld, Auggie Plan Director.