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Gustavus Adolphus College

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Overview

Gustavus Adolphus College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of St. Peter, Minnesota, United States. Founded in 1862, Gustavus Adolphus College (GAC) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. GAC provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 164-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. GAC also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Gustavus Adolphus College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Gustavus Adolphus College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Gustavus Adolphus College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Gustavus Adolphus College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym GAC
Founded 1862
Motto E Caelo Nobis Vires
Our Strength Comes From Heaven
Colours Black and gold
Mascot Gus the Lion

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Location

Address 800 West College Avenue
St. Peter
56082-1498 Minnesota
United States
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Gustavus Adolphus College Phone Number (507) 933 8000
Gustavus Adolphus College Fax Number (507) 933 7041
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Gustavus Adolphus College is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Gustavus Adolphus College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Gustavus Adolphus College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Gustavus Adolphus College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Gustavus Adolphus College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Gustavus Adolphus College's academic range and degree level offering.



Gustavus Adolphus College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Gustavus Adolphus College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Gustavus Adolphus College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Gustavus Adolphus College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Gustavus Adolphus College.



Gustavus Adolphus College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Gustavus Adolphus College Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Gustavus Adolphus College website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Gustavus Adolphus College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Gustavus Adolphus College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Gustavus Adolphus College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Gustavus Adolphus College's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Gustavus Adolphus College's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Gustavus Adolphus College's Admission Office Admission Office

800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter 56082
(507) 933 7676
800 487 8288

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Size and Profile

Gustavus Adolphus College Size and Profile


Gustavus Adolphus College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Gustavus Adolphus College has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Gustavus Adolphus College's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Control Type Control Type

Gustavus Adolphus College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Entity Type Entity Type

Gustavus Adolphus College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Gustavus Adolphus College's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Gustavus Adolphus College adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term


Gustavus Adolphus College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Gustavus Adolphus College is Christian-Lutheran Religious Affiliation

Christian-Lutheran. Evangelical Lutheran Church In America - www.elca.org



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Facilities and Services

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Gustavus Adolphus College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Gustavus Adolphus College's Library
Gustavus Adolphus College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 365,609 physical volumes, 17,047 physical media, 1,240,304 digital/electronic media and 96 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 29 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Gustavus Adolphus College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Gustavus Adolphus College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,125 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Gustavus Adolphus College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Gustavus Adolphus College Services


Gustavus Adolphus College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Gustavus Adolphus College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Gustavus Adolphus College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.


Gustavus Adolphus College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Gustavus Adolphus College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Gustavus Adolphus College Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Gustavus Adolphus College Affiliations and Memberships

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  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gustavus Adolphus College public or private?

Gustavus Adolphus College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Gustavus Adolphus College profit or non-profit?

Gustavus Adolphus College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Gustavus Adolphus College in terms of enrollment?

Gustavus Adolphus College has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Gustavus Adolphus College in terms of academic staff?

Gustavus Adolphus College's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Gustavus Adolphus College a coeducational institution?

Gustavus Adolphus College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Gustavus Adolphus College use?

Gustavus Adolphus College adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term

What religion is Gustavus Adolphus College affiliated with?

Christian-Lutheran. Evangelical Lutheran Church In America - www.elca.org

Does Gustavus Adolphus College admit international students?

Yes.

What is Gustavus Adolphus College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Gustavus Adolphus College's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Gustavus Adolphus College GAC?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Gustavus Adolphus College GAC located?

Gustavus Adolphus College is located in St. Peter, Minnesota, United States. Address: 800 West College Avenue.

Is Gustavus Adolphus College GAC accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Gustavus Adolphus College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does Gustavus Adolphus College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Gustavus Adolphus College offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Gustavus Adolphus College have a university library?

Yes Gustavus Adolphus College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 365,609 physical volumes, 17,047 physical media, 1,240,304 digital/electronic media and 96 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 29 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Gustavus Adolphus College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Gustavus Adolphus College provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Gustavus Adolphus College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,125 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Gustavus Adolphus College have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Gustavus Adolphus College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Gustavus Adolphus College offer career services?

Yes

Does Gustavus Adolphus College offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

Does Gustavus Adolphus College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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