Vicky Hidalgo ’10
Eagan, Minnesota
My name is Vicky Hidalgo and I am a senior psychology major at Gustavus. I chose to attend Gustavus because I knew I would be receiving an excellent education, and I loved the feeling of belonging to a tight-knit community. As graduation approaches, I have begun applying to medical schools. I'm confident that my psychology degree from Gustavus will enable me to understand the many people I will be helping in my career.
Nearly 80 percent of all students at Gustavus receive financial aid, and I am one of those students. Thanks to generous aid, I am not only able to obtain a world-class education from one of the nation's top liberal arts colleges, but I am also able to immerse myself into a variety of activities and organizations, including the Servant Leadership Program through the Center for Vocational Reflection and GusLink. I am also the captain of the women's rugby team, and for the first time in club history, our team has advanced to the national tournament this spring. The scholarships I received are enabling me to reach my personal and career goals.
Financial Aid
Throughout its 148-year history, Gustavus has worked successfully with families of all economic circumstances to make the Gustavus experience accessible and affordable.
A Gustavus education is an investment that delivers significant value. The College is distinctive for its focus on interdisciplinary, undergraduate, residential education, and renowned internationally for its annual Nobel Conference. Ours is a friendly, close-knit campus, where open dialogue is supported. Gustavus students are active, can-do people. Eighty percent graduate in four years. Upon graduation, the vast majority are employed or enrolled in graduate school. Because they received an education rooted in values, alumni are inspired to contribute to their communities and families. They make their lives count.
The primary purpose of our financial aid program at Gustavus Adolphus College is to provide financial aid to students who, without such aid, would be unable to attend Gustavus. We are here to guide you through the process of applying for or renewing your financial aid. We stand ready to help fill in the gap when family resources do not meet our costs. Financial aid, in various combinations of scholarships, grants, loans, and student employment is available to help make it possible for you to be a Gustavus student.
The information in this site is provided to help students understand the financial aid process at Gustavus. You should always contact the Financial Aid Office if you have additional questions. You can submit your FAFSA as early as January 1, 2010 using estimated data. We encourage families to file the FAFSA after 2009 federal taxes have been completed. The priority deadline is May 15, 2010.
Note: Minnesota State grants are not offered to students for fall semester if your FAFSA is filed later than October 1, 2010.
Federal School Code 002353
Office Location
The Financial Aid Office is located in the upper level of the Carlson Administration building on campus.
Contact Information
Financial Aid Office
Gustavus Adolphus College
800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082
Telephone: 507-933-7527
Fax: 507-933-7727