Is Gustavus Adolphus College worth it?
Gustavus Adolphus College is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Saint Peter, Minnesota (small town). It awarded 557 degrees in 2024, most often in psychology, biology sciences and business.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,780
Median earnings 4 years after
$61,015
Median earnings 10 years after
$65,607
Average net price
$22,900
Completion rate
77%
Completions (2024)
557
Years to pay back
1.5 years
Students (undergrad)
1,878
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $33,174 | $53,277 | 58 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | $49,881 | $79,260 | 58 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $31,877 | $54,202 | 52 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $50,074 | $69,423 | 51 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,294 | $86,114 | 49 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $38,796 | $57,870 | 48 |
| Economics | Bachelor's | $52,439 | $91,252 | 38 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $44,117 | $47,629 | 34 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $33,456 | $46,987 | 34 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $38,463 | $62,218 | 31 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $64,094 | $95,200 | 30 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $38,024 | $49,758 | 26 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $47,250 | $48,822 | 26 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's | $28,601 | N/A | 16 |
| Area Studies | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 52 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 49 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | 42 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other | Bachelor's | 33 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 31 |
| Environmental Studies | Bachelor's | 29 |
| Political Science and Government, General | Bachelor's | 25 |
| Education, General | Bachelor's | 24 |
| Chemistry, General | Bachelor's | 24 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 20 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 19% | 908 |
| Educational Services | 15% | 714 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 604 |
| Finance and Insurance | 8% | 397 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 345 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 280 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 222 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 218 |
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Sources: federal figures for Gustavus Adolphus College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Minnesota. Counts under 10 are not published.
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