OLES CAN. OLES WILL.
We rank No. 2 in the number of students who study abroad. Get a glimpse of their experiences.
Students take in a view of the Meteora Monasteries in Greece. Photo by Aiden Yung ’26
At St. Olaf, we don’t turn out typical college grads. We turn out Oles. Oles are the people companies want. Oles are the people the planet needs.
100%
financial aid need met for all of our students
100%
of Oles combine their academic experience with a career prep opportunity.
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carbon-free electrical power
95%
of 2025 graduates are employed, in graduate school, or engaged in full-time service work within 7 months of graduation
St. Olaf No. 9 for best value in U.S. News & World Report rankings
In the newest U.S. News & World Report rankings, St. Olaf ranks No. 50 for National Liberal Arts Colleges for the second consecutive year and in the Top 10 for Best Value.
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St. Olaf Named to The Wall Street Journal’s List of ‘Best Colleges in America’
The Wall Street Journal recognized St. Olaf for the quality of its learning facilities, excellent student outcomes, learning opportunities, and career preparation.
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Join a community that will embrace you, challenge you, and open the door to your future! Early Decision 2 and Regular Decision Application deadline is January 15.
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On a Mission: A Q&A with Tarshia Stanley
New Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Tarshia Stanley champions the power of the liberal arts to prepare students to make a difference in a rapidly changing world.
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‘I Can’t Draw’ exhibition highlights community art
St. Olaf receives prestigious Beckman Scholars Program grant
Oles in the News: Minnesota Public Radio features St. Olaf’s Rural Health Initiative
Experts at St. Olaf: Planning memorable trips
Three St. Olaf students selected as Rossing Physics Scholars
Oles in the News: Professor talks about Minnesota politics in two national outlets
St. Olaf honors and celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Oles don’t all look alike or think alike, but what they do share is an enthusiasm. An optimism. A work ethic driven by the knowledge that anything is possible, the answer to every problem is yes, that what’s broken needs fixing, what’s working can be improved. Oles think harder, dive deeper.