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.
Established
1874
Motto
Fram! Fram! Kristmenn, Krossmenn
Mascot
St. Olaf Lion, "Ole"
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
NCAA Division III level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
52%Acceptance
1373SAT Avg
3,049Students
12:1Student:Faculty
84%Grad Rate
$65,543Earnings 10yr
$22,752Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate52.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1373
Reading & WritingMid: 670
640740
MathMid: 665
620730
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 31
2832
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$56,970
Room & Board$13,000
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$69,200
Average Net Price$22,752
Median Debt at Graduation$26,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$9,504
$30–48K$11,927
$48–75K$15,236
$75–110K$21,245
$110K+$32,708
Programs (36)
Student Body
Undergrads
3,049
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
13%
Pell Grant Recipients
20%
Race & Ethnicity
White 67%
Black 3%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 6%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 10%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate83.5%
Freshman Retention90.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$48,373
8 Years$56,797
10 Years$65,543
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$54,200
Men
$61,400
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Source: Wikipedia