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The Gustavus Adolphus College Media Room is your central resource for news, leadership insights, brand assets, contact info, and official documents for journalists, partners, and the general public.

The Library and Archives provides access to books, periodicals, government documents, and databases. The librarians are eager to help you with research questions. The library also holds the college and Lutheran Church Archives and has great study spaces. See Library hours, information on inter-library loans, and LibGuides providing research help for different majors. Access the library search to find books, research databases, and more.

You can reserve the Melva Lind Interpretive Center and arboretum grounds for events, including weddings and meetings.

Gustavus accessibility resources provides information on accommodations, support, and advocacy to support people with a range of accessibility needs.

Living on campus is at the heart of the Gustavus experience—close community, vibrant events, and a variety of dorms and apartments make campus feel like home from day one to graduation.

We're driven by the purpose and potential within every student. In everything we do, our goal is to create an environment that makes each student discover and understand their unique value in order to inspire and develop the capacity and passion for lifelong learning and service-oriented leadership.

Our students graduate equipped with not only a degree, but with skills and tools that make them ready to make a positive impact no matter where they go next—be it Wall Street, Main Street, or somewhere in between.

Welcome to The Hill: A hyper-connected campus that embraces you from the moment you arrive. This place hums with possibilities—from late-night, all-campus study breaks (think tons of food and live music) to dedicated time for pursuing sports, the arts, or brand-new passions.

That’s Gustavus: small enough for deep connections, roomy enough to grow in every direction you want.

Explore Gustavus in person or virtually. Schedule a campus tour, attend a visit event, or connect with admission counselors to plan your personalized visit. Can't wait to meet you!

Graduation day includes the Commencement ceremony, a Baccalaureate worship service, and an honors and awards ceremony for select Gustavus Graduates.

Here's how Gustavus results in a powerful return on your investment, and how we help make it financially possible.