Gustavus Adolphus College

Gustavus Adolphus College is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Saint Peter, Minnesota, in a town fringe setting. The college enrolls 2,143 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 66 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 76% and a retention rate of 84% (IPEDS 2023).

Among its vocational and professional offerings, the college provides an associate degree program in Registered Nursing. This program prepares students for the RN licensure exam and entry into the nursing profession, combining classroom instruction with clinical training.

Located in the Minnesota River Valley, Gustavus Adolphus College serves students in a smaller community setting while still maintaining access to healthcare facilities in the greater southern Minnesota region for clinical placements and post-graduation employment.