OLES CAN. OLES WILL.
We’re thrilled to welcome the talented members of the Class of 2029 to the Hill!
The newest Oles form their class year on Mellby Lawn.
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
90%
of our grads have participated in an internship, research or other opportunity while attending St. Olaf.
100%
carbon-free electrical power
95%
of 2023 graduates are employed, in graduate school, or engaged in full-time service work
St. Olaf named a ‘Dream School’ in new book by bestselling author
Author Jeff Selingo makes the case that a “dream school” is “a place where students thrive, where they build confidence, find belonging, and launch into meaningful work and life.”
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Register Now for Homecoming and Family Weekend!
Join us on the Hill October 10–12 to celebrate with music, athletics, and campus traditions that make St. Olaf feel like home!
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Apply to St. Olaf!
Are you a future Ole? Do you know a future Ole? We are looking for curious, intelligent, well-rounded, and inspiring individuals to join the St. Olaf College Class of 2030 next fall! The Common Application and Coalition Application are live, so get started on your application now.
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The Princeton Review ranks St. Olaf in the Top 10 for best classroom experience, science lab facilities
St. Olaf was named one of the Top 50 Best Value Colleges, and received high marks in a number of categories in this year’s rankings.
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The Wall Street Journal recognizes St. Olaf College in 2026 Best Colleges in America
Crown Prince of Norway to visit St. Olaf
From the Field to the Lab: Four Ole athletes intern at Mayo Clinic
Experts at St. Olaf: Peak times for leaf peeping
St. Olaf No. 9 for best value in new U.S. News & World Report rankings
Experts at St. Olaf: Understanding music trends
Celebrating half a century of the St. Olaf Latin American Studies Program
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Envision yourself on campus and get a taste of the energy, compassion, and excellence Oles surround themselves with every 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.