The Gustie Guarantee

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An education at �鶹��Ƶ is worth it. When you become a Gustie, you get:

On-time graduation with financial support.
A rigorous liberal arts education in a supportive community.
Connection to the classroom with your future career.
Small town beauty, with big city proximity.
Life long friendships and discovery of your best self.

With 50+ on-campus events per week, 120+ student groups, 25 music ensembles, 23 varsity athletic teams, 400 alumni mentors, 50+ study away locations – and so much more! – you’ll also get to explore and elevate every aspect of yourself.

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Big Value. Bold Promise. Your Future Starts Here.

At �鶹��Ƶ, we’re committed to making college affordable, impactful, and personal from day one. Every admitted student receives at least $30,000 in scholarships annually—with even more support available through our First-Year Free Tuition program. You’ll gain real-world experience through our Signature Experience program and graduate in four years with the full support of expert faculty. It’s not just about getting a degree—it’s about launching your future with confidence, value, and purpose.

Minimum Scholarship

Regardless of your family’s income, we’ll give you at least $30,000 in scholarships each year for four years ($120,000 total) when you're admitted and file the FAFSA. You could receive additional financial aid depending on your family’s specific financial circumstances.

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First-Year Free Tuition

Get tuition assistance your first year and every year. We’ll give you $55,446 (the cost of tuition for the 2024-2025 school year) for your first-year and, if you continue to qualify, we’ll provide this same amount for your sophomore, junior, and senior years. You’ll pay any tuition increases (usually about 3.5%) after your first year, plus the cost of housing, meals, and fees each year.

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Signature Experience

Personalize your college journey. The Signature Experience (SigX) is your bridge from the classroom to your future career. With SigX, every Gustie completes at least one internship, student-faculty research project, study away experience, or community project. Upon completion, you’ll gain the skills needed to take your next step and a digital credential to enhance your resume or LinkedIn Profile.

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Four Year Graduation

Graduate on time with help from our incredible professors. Complete your degree at the #1 College in Minnesota (Wall Street Journal) within four years or we’ll cover your ninth semester tuition. This guarantee is based on our strong faculty-led advising, our commitment to holding down the cost of higher education, and our confidence that you’ll thrive as a Gustie.

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