AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta University continues to grow in size, and this year, they have more out-of-state students than ever.

Many new students, coming from all over, are experiencing Augusta for the first time.

“It’s very quiet. It’s very friendly, very welcoming,” said Raquan Coleman.

“The southern hospitality. Even in here, the workers will just be so nice and personable,” said Vincent Agbali, a student.

Vincent crossed state lines. His friend Aries Maitland crossed an ocean from Costa Rica.

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They’re some of the growing number of Augusta University students from outside the CSRA.

University President Russell Kee

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