February 2, 2004


AXP Growth Series, Inc.
200 AXP Financial Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55474

Gentlemen:

I have examined the Articles of Incorporation and the By-Laws of AXP Growth
Series, Inc. (the Company) and all necessary certificates, permits, minute
books, documents and records of the Company, and the applicable statutes of the
State of Minnesota, and it is my opinion that the shares sold in accordance with
applicable federal and state securities laws will be legally issued, fully paid,
and nonassessable.

This opinion may be used in connection with this Registration Statement.

Sincerely,



/s/ Leslie L. Ogg
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    Leslie L. Ogg
    Attorney at Law
    901 Marquette Ave. S., Suite 2810
    Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402-3268