Gustavus Adolphus College: what international applicants need

What are Gustavus Adolphus College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Gustavus Adolphus College has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Gustavus Adolphus College's acceptance rate?

61% for students who started in fall 2024: Gustavus Adolphus College admitted 3,229 of its 5,294 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Gustavus Adolphus College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Gustavus Adolphus College is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Gustavus Adolphus College's application fee for international students?

Gustavus Adolphus College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Gustavus Adolphus College accept?

Gustavus Adolphus College lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Gustavus Adolphus College accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Gustavus Adolphus College accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Gustavus Adolphus College require?

Gustavus Adolphus College doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Gustavus Adolphus College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Gustavus Adolphus College doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Gustavus Adolphus College have?

103 of Gustavus Adolphus College's 1,905 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5.4%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Gustavus Adolphus College cost for international students?

Gustavus Adolphus College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $56,076, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $11,804. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $69,960 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source