St Olaf College
Northfield, Minnesota 55057-1098
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes
St Olaf College is a private institution in Northfield with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1373, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
84% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,543 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,752.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Midwest Conference
History & Fun Facts
- •Olaf's School opened on January 8, 1875, at its first site under the leadership of its first president, Thorbjorn N.
- •In 1887 the Manitou Messenger was founded as a campus magazine and has since evolved into the college's student newspaper, now called the Olaf Messenger.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1373
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
56.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.5%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$23,250
Programs (36)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
91%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
20
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MN state average