Civic identity means…
- Developing deep self-knowledge
- Perceiving yourself as part of a community(ies)
- Considering your own role and responsibilities in your community(ies)
The Smith Center
The Smith Center offers local to global engagement opportunities that extend St. Olaf’s liberal arts learning to communities locally and around the world.
Welcome to Study Abroad/Away
Photos across the Smith Center’s website have been captured by students during their programs
St. Olaf college is among the most highly ranked baccalaureate institutions for study abroad participation, as measured by the Institute of International Education Open Doors reports. Our financial aid and scholarships bring study abroad/away within reach of every Ole! See all our data on the High Impact Practices dashboard for study abroad/away.
766 Oles
studied abroad/away in 2024-25
70%
of the Class of 2025 participated in at least one study abroad/away program
41
countries (including the U.S.) hosted Oles in the 2024-25 academic year
The 5Cs: Our Guiding Principles for Study Abroad/Away
