1520 St. Olaf Avenue
Northfield, MN 55057-1098
United States
Bachelor's Degree
About
St. Olaf doesn’t produce ordinary college grads. It turns out Oles (Oh-Lees). Oles are the people that companies want, because they know how to get stuff done. They think harder, approach problems differently, persevere with enthusiasm. Oles are born of St. Olaf’s intense academic program — an academic program that hones minds, while its emphasis on global engagement broadens perspectives. Oles aren’t necessarily religious, but our religious tradition encourages deep self-reflection. Our community accepts, supports, and encourages, generating lifelong friendships and invaluable business connections.
St. Olaf’s 3,000 students come from 90 countries, every state, and a variety of religious and non-religious backgrounds. Oles choose from more than 85 majors, concentrations, and pre-professional tracks, and 97% live on campus. Two-thirds of St. Olaf students study abroad. Oles participate in 26 varsity teams, play and sing with multiple world-renowned music ensembles, and belong to 200 student organizations.
Our beautiful 300-acre campus is located in Northfield, approximately 40 miles south of the Twin Cities.
St. Olaf’s 3,000 students come from 90 countries, every state, and a variety of religious and non-religious backgrounds. Oles choose from more than 85 majors, concentrations, and pre-professional tracks, and 97% live on campus. Two-thirds of St. Olaf students study abroad. Oles participate in 26 varsity teams, play and sing with multiple world-renowned music ensembles, and belong to 200 student organizations.
Our beautiful 300-acre campus is located in Northfield, approximately 40 miles south of the Twin Cities.
Cost
Living On-Campus
67,070
Average Net Price
$27,282 / year
This is the average annual amount that first-time, full-time undergraduate students pay at this institution after subtracting all grants and scholarships from the cost of attendance.
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Net cost after grants and scholarships by income
$0-$30,000:
$9,504
$30,001-$48,000:
$11,927
$48,001-$75,000:
$15,236
$75,001-$110,000:
$21,245
Over $110,000:
$32,708
This net price data shows the average amount students have paid, according to their family income, after subtracting all grants and scholarships.
College Profile
Student/Faculty Ratio
12:1
Size of Student Body
2,988
Average Class Size
22
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Breakdown by Race
Black or African American:
3%
Hispanic:
9%
Asian:
6%
White:
67%
Two or more races:
5%
International Students:
10%
Unknown:
1%
Breakdown by Age
19 and Younger:
50%
20 to 24:
50%
25 to 34:
0%
Breakdown by Gender
Men:
41%
Women:
57%
New entering students who are transfers
4%
Student Success
Graduation Rate for Four-Year Programs
84%
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Completers within 6 years by race
Black or African American:
75%
Hispanic:
75%
Asian:
85%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander:
100%
White:
83%
Two or more races:
83%
Unknown:
80%
Completers within 6 years by gender
Men:
77%
Women:
88%
Retention Rate
91%
Campus Settings
Financial Aid
Average amount of federal, state, local, institutional or other sources of grant aid awarded to undergraduate students
$38,296
The following information pertains to first-time full-time undergraduate students.
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Average amount of aid awarded to full-time first-time undergraduates
State/Local grant aid:
$6,169
Institutional grant aid:
$32,645
Federal grant aid:
$1,969
Average amount of grant aid awarded by income (all sources)
$0-$30,000:
$57,911
$30,001-$48,000:
$54,814
$48,001-$75,000:
$53,121
$75,001-$110,000:
$44,724
Over $110,000:
$33,653
School Scholarships
Yes
Required Financial Aid Application(s):
Title IV (FAFSA) School Code:
002382
Financial Aid Contact
Cumulative Debt
This section shows the median debt graduates incurred to complete their degree at this institution.
Median Cumulative Debt by Degree Type
- Bachelor's Degree: $26,000
Percent of Graduates With Loans
- Bachelor's Degree: 59%
Admission Information
- Common applications (online)
- Common applications (paper)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
- Application Essay
- Accepts dual credits
- Accepts exam-based credits
Application Timelines
Financial Aid Application Deadline
No additional scholarship application needed; scholarships are awarded based on application for admission. Early Decision I and Early Action candidates: November 1 * Early Decision II and Regular Decision candidates: January 15 *
Regular Decision Deadline
January 15
Early Action Deadline
November 1
Early Decision Deadline
2 rounds: Round 1 November 1, Round 2 January 15
Admissions Contact
Graduate Employment Outcomes
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