Junior College of Augusta: A Century of Transformation

Did you know that 2025 marks the 100^th anniversary of Augusta University’s legacy institution, the Junior College of Augusta? Established in 1925, the Junior College of Augusta was established as a part of the Academy of Richmond County. The following year both the academy and the junior college moved into the Academy’s current location on Walton Way.

Black and white photograph of the entrance to Augusta College, featuring a sign arching the entrance and a vintage car parked nearby. Two people are visible near the entrance, surrounded by trees. — The entrance to what was once the Junior College of Augusta, a legacy instituon that led to the creation of Augusta University. AU SPECIAL COLLECTIONS ARCHIVES

In 1957, the junior college separated and moved to the Summerville Campus we all know today, though the campus looked a bit different at that time. Shortly after the move, in 1958, the college officially changed to Augusta College, which it would remain until 1996, when it became Augusta State University.

A display case featuring memorabilia from Augusta University, including a blue pennant with 'Augusta College Georgia,' old photographs, a yearbook, and other historical items. — A display on the third floor of Reese Library showcases pennants and other memorabilia from the Augusta University legacy institutions from the Summerville campus. COURTNEY BERGE/AU LIBRARIES

To celebrate this important milestone from our institution’s history, there is currently a display on the third floor of Reese Library outside the Special Collections Reading Room. The display features memorabilia, pictures, and other items reflecting the years of growth that arose from the Junior College of Augusta 100 years ago.