St Olaf College
Private nonprofit four-year college in Northfield, MN that costs an average of $21,546 a year after financial aid, admits 48% of applicants and graduates 83% of full-time students.
Private nonprofitTown (distant)3,093 undergraduates
Cost of St Olaf College
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $75,290 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $62,700 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $14,300 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| Average net price after aid | $21,546 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $10,797 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $8,349 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $10,968 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $16,495 |
| $110,001+ | $32,244 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Get your own estimate with St Olaf College's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 48% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,380 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 660–740 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 640–730 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 28–32 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 83% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 92% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $52,148 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $68,656 |
| Rank in Minnesota (earnings) | 10th of 38 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $25,000 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $284 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 24% |
| Students with federal loans | 43% |
Majors and programs at St Olaf College
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (36)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 45 | $84,253 | $23,566 |
| Economics | 153 | $65,928 | $25,000 |
| Computer Science | 75 | $59,852 | $25,487 |
| Mathematics | 151 | $54,452 | $25,065 |
| Chemistry | 77 | $50,048 | $24,500 |
| Social Work | 33 | $49,197 | $27,000 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | 137 | $42,944 | $25,750 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 47 | $42,785 | $24,250 |
| Biology | 187 | $41,865 | $23,250 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 45 | $41,777 | $24,500 |
| Music | 71 | $37,924 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government | 91 | $37,805 | $24,250 |
| English Language and Literature | 56 | $36,426 | $25,431 |
| History | 47 | $35,829 | $23,774 |
| East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 29 | $31,806 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 63 | $30,741 | $24,699 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 28 | $28,870 | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | 78 | $28,199 | $26,000 |
| Area Studies | 28 | — | — |
| Classical and Ancient Studies | 4 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 6 | — | — |
| Dance | 11 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 19 | — | — |
| Education | 14 | — | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 24 | — | — |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 18 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 10 | — | — |
| Medieval and Renaissance Studies | 3 | — | — |
| Philosophy | 20 | — | — |
| Physics | 47 | — | $23,000 |
| Religious Music and Worship | 4 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 3 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 56 | — | $25,431 |
| Slavic, Baltic and Albanian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 5 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 61 | — | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 38 | — | $25,335 |
Similar colleges in Minnesota
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Saint Paul | Saint Paul | $16,222 | 79% | $65,009 |
| Augsburg University | Minneapolis | $23,390 | 82% | $63,332 |
| St Catherine University | Saint Paul | $19,090 | 92% | $64,729 |
| Macalester College | Saint Paul | $27,851 | 29% | $69,951 |
| Carleton College | Northfield | $25,295 | 20% | $82,742 |
| Gustavus Adolphus College | Saint Peter | $24,148 | 61% | $67,649 |
| Bethel University | Saint Paul | $30,995 | 88% | $69,827 |
| Concordia College at Moorhead | Moorhead | $22,280 | 63% | $62,622 |
About St Olaf College
| Type | Private nonprofit four-year college |
|---|---|
| Location | Northfield, MN |
| Setting | Town (distant) |
| Undergraduates | 3,093 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 11 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Higher Learning Commission |
| Website | wp.stolaf.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is St Olaf College's acceptance rate?
St Olaf College admits 48% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students average 1,380 on the SAT.
How much does St Olaf College cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $75,290 a year (tuition and fees: $62,700). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $21,546 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $10,797.
How much do St Olaf College graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $68,656 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 10th of 38 similar colleges in Minnesota. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($84,253 a year after graduation).
What is St Olaf College's graduation rate?
83% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 92% of first-year students return for a second year.