Paul metro area and ten minutes north of Mankato. Gustavus is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, the American Chemical Society, the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, the National Association of Schools of Music, and the National League for Nursing. It is common for students to take four courses during a semester. During the interim, or January Term, students take one course. All Gustavus students devote approximately one-third of their coursework to general education.
Students select one of two general education tracks.
Each track involves approximately the same number of courses, is compatible with every major, and allows for study overseas or an internship during the junior or senior year. Curriculum I students select courses from an approved core distribution list and all participate in a First-Term Seminar. Both programs ensure that every Gustavus graduate has a broad-based liberal arts background to complement the more specialized study represented by a student s major. Successful completion of 35 courses, including at least three January Term courses and a maximum of one course in health fitness and lifetime activities is required for graduation. Two years, including the senior year, are required in residence.