Strong graduate outcomes
Gustavus Adolphus College is a private institution in Saint Peter with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1320, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.9K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
76% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,607 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,895.
Established
1862
Motto
E Caelo Nobis Vires
Mascot
Gus the Lion
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
Minnesota
Division
Division III
62%Acceptance
1320SAT Avg
1,930Students
11:1Student:Faculty
76%Grad Rate
$65,607Earnings 10yr
$26,895Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate61.8%
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 29
2531
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$54,310
Room & Board$11,290
Books & Supplies$900
Total Cost of Attendance$65,976
Average Net Price$26,895
Median Debt at Graduation$26,774
Monthly Payment (10yr)$284
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$15,799
$30–48K$14,251
$48–75K$17,611
$75–110K$26,149
$110K+$34,227
Programs (38)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,930
Gender Split
55% / 45%
Women / Men
First Generation
15%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%
Race & Ethnicity
White 80%
Black 2%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 2%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate75.8%
Freshman Retention84.2%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$51,546
8 Years$57,206
10 Years$65,607
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$53,700
Men
$65,600
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Golden Gusties
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia