School Counselor Resources

You play a vital role in your students’ college journeys, and we’re grateful for the work you do every day. 

This page is designed to give you quick access to the information and tools you need to support students through the application, financial aid, and decision-making process at Gustavus. And if you ever need something, just reach out to your dedicated Gustavus admission counselor for your school.

 

Find Your Admission Counselor

 

Show Your Gustie Pride

 

School counselors, teachers, and principals: we’d love to send you a Gustavus pennant for your office or classroom. It’s a small way to celebrate the students you send our way! 

 

Request a Pennant

 

Refer a Future Gustie

 

The Gustavus Referral Scholarship allows you to nominate current high school juniors or seniors for a $2,000 annual scholarship at Gustavus. Referrals and the student’s application must be received by November 1 of their senior year.

 

Refer a Future Gustie

Here’s what makes our process simple and student-friendly: 

• Free: Applying to Gustavus as a first-year student is always free using the Common App or Gustavus Application.
• Optional Essay and Test Score Submission: For over 15 years, we’ve let students decide whether or not they want to submit their standardized test scores as part of their application.
• Automatic Academic Scholarship Consideration: Students are automatically considered for academic scholarships when they apply for admission.
• Quick Decision: Beginning Sept. 1, within two weeks of completing an application, notify students of their admission decision and any eligible academic scholarships.
• One Stop Shop: Our Applicant Portal is the place for viewing admission decisions and scholarships, updating materials, and scheduling a visit.

 

 

The Gustie Guarantee

 

Big value. Bold promise. 

 

At Gustavus, college is personal, purposeful, and accessible from day one.

Every admitted student receives at least $30,000 in scholarships each year, with even more support available through our First-Year Free Tuition program. They’ll gain real-world experience through the Signature Experience, graduate in four years, and be supported every step of the way by expert faculty.

This isn’t just about earning a degree; it’s about launching your future with confidence, clarity, and value.

 

The Gustie Guarantee

 

 

Scholarships & Financial Aid

 

Transparent Support. 

 

At Gustavus, 100% of new students receive financial aid. Use the calculator below to see what scholarship your student might receive. A student can only receive one of the following merit-based scholarships. 

 

Scholarship Calculator

 

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Transferring Credits to Gustavus

 

Students work hard to earn college credit. That’s why we accept: 

• Up to 64 transfer credits
• The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
• An Associate of Arts (AA) degree, fulfilling most general education requirements
• A 4 or above on AB or IB tests

Students can explore how coursework transfers using Transferology.

 

Explore Course Transfer

 

Bring Your Students to Campus

 

Group Visits

 

Whether you’re coordinating a college readiness program or community based organization, we’d love to welcome your group to campus. 

Our group visits include: 

• An information welcome session
• A student Q&A
• A guided campus tour 

Looking to customize your experience? Complete our Group Visit Request Form and let us know what you have in mind. 

 

Schedule A Group Visit

 

Gustavus at a Glance

A quick look at the incoming class in 2025: 

• 544 first-year students
• 25% Pell-Eligible students
• 25% First-Generation
• Middle 50% of ACT scores between 24-30
• Average GPA: 3.6