St. Olaf College

St. Olaf College is a nationally ranked liberal arts college in Northfield, Minnesota, founded in 1874 by Norwegian Lutheran immigrants and affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The college enrols approximately 3,040 students and offers 41 majors and 20 minors across the sciences, humanities and arts, delivered on a 4-1-4 academic calendar.

Teaching combines a rigorous undergraduate liberal arts curriculum with a faith tradition and an emphasis on exploring meaningful vocation. Off-campus study is a notable feature, with international and domestic programmes designed to foster global engagement. The campus covers 300 acres, including extensive natural lands.

St. Olaf reports that it meets 100% of students' demonstrated financial need. Within seven months of graduation, 95% of graduates are employed, in graduate school, or engaged in full-time service work.