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St. Olaf College
Northfield,
MN
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate56%
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About St Olaf College
St. Olaf doesn’t produce ordinary college grads. It turns out Oles (Oh-Lees). 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 within the intense liberal arts academic program. The long-standing emphasis on global engagement broadens perspectives, and two-thirds of Oles study abroad. Oles aren’t necessarily religious, but the college’s religious tradition encourages deep self-reflection. Over 200 organizations flourish within an intensely residential setting. The vibrant Ole community accepts, supports, and encourages, generating lifelong friendships and invaluable connections. St. Olaf’s beautiful 300-acre campus is located in Northfield, Minnesota, approximately 40 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
St. Olaf College is a private, religious college in the town of Northfield, Minnesota. St Olaf College was founded in 1874. The college enrolls around 3,046 students a year, including 3,046 undergraduates.
St Olaf College Acceptance Rate 2022
It is very difficult to get into St Olaf College. Around 56% of applicants get into St Olaf College each year. In 2022, 5,524 students applied to St Olaf College and 3,116 were admitted.
| St. Olaf College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 56% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 48% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 15% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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St. Olaf College is located in Northfield, Minnesota, near Minneapolis-St. Paul.
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College Info
St Olaf College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Apr 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to St Olaf College is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to St Olaf College is Apr 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
St. Olaf College is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
St Olaf College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1300 - 1460
Math SAT Range
640 - 750
Reading SAT Range
660 - 730
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1460 and Above
Good
1300 to 1460
Avg
1300 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for St Olaf College students is 1380. Applicants with SAT scores of 1460 and above have a good chance of being admitted to St Olaf College, while applicants with SAT scores between 1300 to 1460 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1300 have a low chance of being offered a spot at St Olaf College.
St Olaf College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$69,970
In State$69,970
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$56,970
$56,970
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$13,000
$13,000
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at St Olaf College is like? There are approximately 3,046 students enrolled at St Olaf College. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 50% percent are from MN and 50% percent of students are from other states.
99%
Full Time1%
Part Time50%
In State50%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,046
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
56%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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