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Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball

Gustavus Adolphus College (GAC) · Saint Peter, Minnesota · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate61%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate77%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,906Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Gustavus Adolphus College who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Gustavus Adolphus College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
gogusties.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

Popular majors

AccountingArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
77% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$55,446
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$28,805
Campus

Where it is

Gustavus Adolphus College in Saint Peter.

Location
Saint Peter, Minnesota
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Time zone
Central
Website
gustavus.edu
Overview

About Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Laurie Kelly, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Gustavus Adolphus College (GAC) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball as a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Gustavus Adolphus College is a small private school in Saint Peter, Minnesota with 1,906 undergraduates, a 61% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,805 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Laurie Kelly, the Head Women's Basketball Coach and Kelsey Letourneau, the Associate Head Women's Basketball Coach. Gustavus Adolphus College has 3 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Laurie can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Gustavus Adolphus College typically score 24–30 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Gustavus Adolphus College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Gustavus Adolphus College D3?

Yes. Gustavus Adolphus College competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball, in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Gustavus Adolphus College public or private?

Gustavus Adolphus College is a private nonprofit school in Saint Peter, Minnesota.

What conference is Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball in?

The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Gustavus Adolphus College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball have?

3 coaches, led by Laurie Kelly, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.

Who is the head coach of Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball?

Laurie Kelly is the Head Women's Basketball Coach.

When can Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Gustavus Adolphus College cost?

In-state tuition is $55,446 and out-of-state tuition is $55,446 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,805.

What is the Gustavus Adolphus College acceptance rate?

61% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Gustavus Adolphus College?

Admitted students typically score 24–30 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Gustavus Adolphus College Women's Basketball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified October 2026