Gustavus Adolphus College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Gustavus Adolphus College was $51,758 a year.

Tuition increased 3.62% in 2022–from $49,950 the previous year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students pay much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Additionally, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Does Gustavus Adolphus College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Gustavus Adolphus College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Minnesota as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. These institutions offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Minnesota residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to confirm your state's rules for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be other criteria too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Gustavus Adolphus College?

Tuition at Gustavus Adolphus College is the same for each student.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Gustavus Adolphus College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideGustavus Adolphus College •Gustavus Adolphus College-specific scholarships

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

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Gustavus Adolphus College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Gustavus Adolphus College.

House and Food Costs at Gustavus Adolphus College

Room and board at Gustavus Adolphus College costs $11,010 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that enables you to eat in the Gustavus Adolphus College's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls.

Board costs may vary depending on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Gustavus Adolphus College

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources so that those with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Gustavus Adolphus College

The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Gustavus Adolphus College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university can impact transportation costs. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, getting around in an urban area is sometimes expensive, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Gustavus Adolphus College campus is located in a small town setting in Minnesota, not far from Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to factor in personal expenses, like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Gustavus Adolphus College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Gustavus Adolphus College.

How Much Does Gustavus Adolphus College Cost?

What will the cost of attending Gustavus Adolphus College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$51,758
Room and Board	$11,010
Other expenses	$640

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$64,500
Off-Campus	$53,490

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Financial Aid at Gustavus Adolphus College

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The majority of Gustavus Adolphus College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 1,524 of the 2,247 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Gustavus Adolphus College meets 88% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $44,536 a year. Gustavus Adolphus College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $38,322 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,001
State Loans	$21,602
Private Loans	$33,083

Most Common Loans for Gustavus Adolphus College Students

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Gustavus Adolphus College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Gustavus Adolphus College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, Gustavus Adolphus College awarded 1,293 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $51.9 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $20.74 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Gustavus Adolphus College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Gustavus Adolphus College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Gustavus Adolphus College was $44,536 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Gustavus Adolphus College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$19,964
Off-Campus	$8,954

What will attending Gustavus Adolphus College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Gustavus Adolphus College's net cost calculator on their website.

Gustavus Adolphus College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Gustavus Adolphus College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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