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Estimate your real cost at Gustavus with the Net Price Calculator—see potential aid, scholarships, and savings based on your family's financial info.

Gustavus Adolphus College collaborated with the Studio Arts seniors to create an exhibit where students are able to share the work done in classes one last time.

Discover meditation and mindfulness practices at Gustavus—open to all seeking reflection, peace, and spiritual well-being.

Gustavus transfer admission is free and holistic. Test‑optional applicants with ≥2.4 GPA are accepted with up to 64 credits, with merit scholarships up to $40,000 per year. Learn more here.

When you tour nationally and internationally with a Gustavus music group, you develop a rich artistic and cultural understanding of music in performance. You build deep relationships, trust in yourself and others, and resilience. A distinct feature of Gustavus tours is the professor-led Signature Experience companion course which makes space to reflect on the transferable skills gained through travel and disciplined performance. In the past decade, ensembles have performed internationally in Singapore, Malaysia, Norway, Sweden, Spain, France, Italy, Ireland, and Scotland.

Whether you're a first-year, transfer, or international applicant, we guide you through the admission process including applying, visiting campus, understanding financial aid, and connecting with admission counselors during every step of your admission journey.

Since 1965, the Nobel Conference has been bringing leading researchers and thinkers to Gustavus, to explore revolutionary, transformative and pressing scientific issues and the ethical questions that arise alongside them. As the only event in the United States authorized by the Nobel Foundation in Stockholm, Sweden to use this name, it is our privilege to host a space in which we can talk about big scientific questions, and the big ethical issues to which they inevitably give rise.

We provide a welcoming space to explore your identity, share your adoption experiences, and build understanding. Whether you're an adoptee or passionate about learning, we support you.

From classrooms and labs to studios, performance spaces, dining halls, residence halls, and hangout spots, our campus is designed to support every part of the student experience. Whether you're here to study, create, compete, or connect, you'll find spaces that match your goals and reflect the vibrant community that makes our campus unique. Wherever your interests take you, our facilities are here to help you learn, live, and feel at home throughout your college journey.

Minnesota high school juniors and seniors can apply for Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) to earn no-cost college credit toward their high school degree, full or part-time.

From your first inquiry as a prospective student through graduation and beyond as an alum, our dedicated teams provide the services, resources, and guidance you need to thrive. Whether you're looking for academic support, financial aid assistance, career guidance, or help navigating campus life, our staff is committed to ensuring you have the tools and support necessary for success. Explore the offices below to connect with the right team for your needs.