Transfer Student AdmissionAdmission
At Gustavus, we are dedicated to supporting transfer students throughout every step of the admission and enrollment process. From personalized guidance on credit evaluations to one-on-one meetings with a dedicated admission counselor, we ensure students have a clear understanding of their academic opportunities. We want to make certain that the experience is smooth and welcoming, ensuring students feel fully integrated into the Gustavus community from the moment they inquire to their first day of class.
How to Apply
Applying as a transfer student is straightforward and free. Students need to submit:
- Common App
- College transcripts from each institution attended
- Final high school transcript
Interested in Nursing? Students who have completed the required prerequisite courses and meet the minimum requirements for admission to the Nursing Program should apply using the NursingCAS.
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Afford
Transfer students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships up to $40,000 per year, and if you are a member of Phi Theta Kappa, you will receive a PTK Scholarship of $2,500 per year, too. Check out all of our financial aid information here.
Credit Transfer
We know you've put a lot of effort into your education already, and that's why we accept up to 64 transfer credits. Students can also transfer in their Minnesota Transfer Curriculum credit block or an Associate of Arts (AA) Degree, ensuring that most general education requirements are fulfilled before they get here. Check how your coursework will transfer using Transferology.
Transfer Admission Guarantee
In partnership with the Minnesota Private College Council, transfer students are guaranteed admission if they meet the following criteria:
- Complete the application process
- Meet a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Submit official transcripts sent from each institution attended
- Complete an AA degree from a community college in the United States or the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
Contact KP Pauly (Transfer Coordinator) for more information
“Transferring to Gustavus was the best decision I've ever made! I was and still am blown away by how quickly I felt like I belonged, and I have received so much kindness and acceptance from my peers and the community!”
Chelsea Klaphake ’26, Communication Studies Major