Living on Campus

Residence Life
Residence Halls
Living on Campus

Residence Life Program at St. Olaf College

Fosters the development of community within the residence halls and across campus. As a residential college, all students reside in college-managed housing. The aspect of community extends in other residential managed programs including Residential Learning Communities and Service: Neighbors with Neighbors Program.

We’re excited to introduce you to the Professional Staff and Student Staff Leads that support the residential experience. Below you will find the 4 Areas and their breakdowns including: Area Coordinator (AC), Community Building Managers (CBMs) and Residence Facilities Assistants (RFAs), are as follows:

Area 1: Tara McGinnis – Thorson, Ellingson, Kildahl, and Mohn
- CBM for Ellingson & Thorson: Intan Putri
- CBM for Kildahl & Mohn: Sophia Tedesco
- RFAs: Grace Icyizanye, Damian Lubuva, Zach Brenk
- SHCs: Kaitlyn Kinsch (Thorson), Muvaki Nhlema (Ellingson), David Reed (Kildhal), Jade Mac (Mohn)
Area 2: Lydia Maseko – New Hall, Townhouses, Ole Ave, and HillKitt
- CBM: Sophia Tedesco (New Hall), Intan Putri (HillKitt)
- RFAs: Aliny Marrime, Bonga Nsimbini, Demitrius Urban
- SHCs: Aaron Thomas Rejimon (Ole Ave), Aria Whalen (HillKitt)
Area 3: Breanna Henry – Hoyme, Mellby, and Larson
- CBM: Ambre Kantore
- RFAs: Abbosjon Tusmatov, Rooney Freddieson
- SHCs: Ankita Prasad (Hoyme), Noel Atkinson (Mellby), Riachny Samnang (Larson)
Area 4: Sadie LaPlante – Ytterboe and Rand
- CBM: Arika Saterbak
- RFAs: Eric Olson, Londiwe Dlamini
- SHCs: Molly Turley (Ytterboe), Karina Aguayo (Rand)

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Residence Halls Move-In & Move-Out Schedule

2025-26 AY	Move-In	Move-Out
Fall	Sunday, August 31st	Wednesday, December 17th
January Term	Friday, January 2nd	Saturday, January 31st
Spring	Tuesday, February 3rd	Thursday, May 21st
Summer I	Saturday, May 30th	Saturday, July 11th
Summer II	Sunday, July 12th	Thursday, August 20th

*The arrival and departure dates for semester are standard for all students in the housing portal. All students should follow the dates on the website for their arrival and departure. Arrivals and departures outside of those dates on the website are approved through formal requests. The requests are made through applications within each student’s housing portal. If you have questions about your arrival and/or departure contact Residence Life (housing@stolaf.edu).

Residence Hall Details

RESIDENCE HALLS

Computer Room
Formal Lounge
Kitchen
Laundry Facilities
Piano
Recreation Room
Vending Machines

RESIDENCE ROOMS

Beds Lofted or Bunked
Closets
Combo Refrigerator/Microwave
Computer Network Hookups & WiFi
Dressers
Desks & Chairs
Extra Long Twin Beds

Mohn Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2507

One of the two towers on campus, Mohn is a ten-story residence hall housing 307 students. The hall, which traditionally houses first-year and upperclass students by floor, offers a main lounge, a recreational room, and a piano room. The circular arrangement of each corridor creates a strong community atmosphere.

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Ellingson Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2508

Ellingson Hall is located on the Northeast side of campus near Mohn and Thorson Halls. Ellingson Hall is a four story building housing 185 first-year students. With centralized lounge spaces on every floor, Ellingson Hall offers an intellectual atmosphere for students to easily meet, study and hang out outside of their rooms.

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Kildahl Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2506

Kildahl Hall offers a friendly, comfortable atmosphere for 168 students. The main lounge serves as the center of community, offering many activities and late night conversations around the fireplace. Kildahl is equipped with lofted beds, computer facilities, and a strong community that is ideal for studying and socializing.

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Thorson Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2509

Thorson Hall houses 235 students and offers a spacious back yard with a patio and provides a striking view of the Northfield community. It has several features, most notably its spacious lounge that is a favorite study and conversation spot.

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Evolution of the Hill

Step into the journey of St. Olaf College, from its founding in 1874 to the vibrant campus we know today. This story map invites you to explore the history behind the buildings where you live, study, and gather, uncovering the many purposes they have served over the years. You will also learn about structures that have changed dramatically or no longer exist and the lasting legacies they leave behind. – Anders Cote ’24

Step Into History

Break Housing & Meals

Aacdemic Year Breaks

Move Out & Closing Procedures

Fall Break
No Classes	Dates will be updated for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Meal Plan	Full meal plan in effect.
Thanksgiving Break
No Classes	Wednesday, November 26 – Friday, November 28
Meal Plan	Break meal plan offered at no additional cost.
Winter Break
Residence Halls Close	Wednesday, December 17 at 4:00 p.m.
Check-out (Graduating Students)	Wednesday, December 17 at 4:00 p.m.
Check-out (Study Abroad, Not Returning for Spring Semester)	Wednesday, December 17 at 4:00 p.m.
Residence Halls Open	Wednesday, December 31 at 4:00 p.m.
Meal Plan	Break meal plan offered at no additional cost for students who registered before the December 15 deadline. Late registrations are not eligible for meal plan support.
Interim Break
No Classes	Saturday, January 31 – Wednesday, February 4
Meal Plan	Break meal plan offered at no additional cost.
Spring Break
No Classes	Saturday, March 28 – Monday, April 6
Meal Plan	Break meal plan offered at no additional cost.
End of the Year
Non-Seniors	Move out by Thursday, May 21 at 1:00 p.m.
Seniors & Approved Students	Move out by Sunday, May 24 at 1:00 p.m.

Occupancy Agreements and Rates

Move in ’19 (34 of 191) — The Occupancy Agreement outlines the terms for living in St. Olaf College residence halls, ensuring clear expectations for both students and the College. Students are responsible for reviewing and adhering to all policies throughout their stay.

	Fall	Spring	Total
Premium Single	$4,910	$4,910	$9,820
Single	$4,160	$4,160	$8,320
Multiple Occupancy	$3,410	$3,410	$6,820

Designed Single Rooms are an additional $750/semester. Premium Single Rooms are an additional $1500/semester, they are only offered for the spring semester if there’s capacity. Residence Life Staff will notify students if Premium Single Rooms will be offered.

stav — All on-campus students are required to choose a meal plan, offering flexible options to suit different schedules and preferences. Students should understand the terms and use their plan responsibly throughout the year.

Full Meal Plan Option – $7,480 for the year or $3,740 per semester. For more information, please visit the Meal Plan Options Webpage.

STS1	21 Meal Plan: 21 meals per week, no flex dollars. For students that prefer to eat three meals a day in the cafeteria.
STS2	17 Meal Plan: 17 meals per week and $380 flex dollars per year. For students who will eat the majority of their meals in the cafeteria, but may miss a couple meals here and there. This plan allows the students to get the bulk of their meals through the cafeteria, but also enables students to occasionally eat meals or have snacks in other locations using their flex dollars. Students receive $170 flex dollars each semester and $40 for January Term.
STS3	14 Meal Plan: 14 meals per week and $540 flex dollars per year. For students who only eat two meals a day in the cafeteria. This plan is best for students whose schedules may conflict with the cafeteria hours or who prefer to have more flex spending dollars at locations other than the cafeteria. Students receive $240 flex dollars each semester and $60 for January Term.

Partial Meal Plan Option – $3,740 for the year or $1,870 per semester

College policy permits students living off campus, in an Honor House, student teaching, or doing clinicals through the Nursing Department to select the partial board option.

STS4	210 Meal Plan: 90 meals per semester, 30 meals during January Term, and $450 flex dollars per year. Meals are not restricted to a week usage. Students receive $205 flex dollars each semester and $40 for January Term.

Full Meal Plan Option – $7,130 for the year or $3,565 per semester. For more information, please visit the Meal Plan Options Webpage.

STS1	21 Meal Plan: 21 meals per week, no flex dollars. For students that prefer to eat three meals a day in the cafeteria.
STS2	17 Meal Plan: 17 meals per week and $380 flex dollars per year. For students who will eat the majority of their meals in the cafeteria, but may miss a couple meals here and there. This plan allows the students to get the bulk of their meals through the cafeteria, but also enables students to occasionally eat meals or have snacks in other locations using their flex dollars. Students receive $170 flex dollars each semester and $40 for January Term.
STS3	14 Meal Plan: 14 meals per week and $540 flex dollars per year. For students who only eat two meals a day in the cafeteria. This plan is best for students whose schedules may conflict with the cafeteria hours or who prefer to have more flex spending dollars at locations other than the cafeteria. Students receive $240 flex dollars each semester and $60 for January Term.

Partial Meal Plan Option – $3,740 for the year or $1,870 per semester

College policy permits students living off campus, in an Honor House, student teaching, or doing clinicals through the Nursing Department to select the partial board option.

STS4	210 Meal Plan: 90 meals per semester, 30 meals during January Term, and $450 flex dollars per year. Meals are not restricted to a week usage. Students receive $205 flex dollars each semester and $40 for January Term.

Campus Colors – Dorm 2 — Click here to review the reasons when a prorated stay can be requested and considered for approval. This list is not all inclusive. There is no grant or scholarship eligibility with prorated housing and meal plan charges. Students will be eligible to work on-campus to help cover these costs.

Submit here to request a prorated room and board (meal plan). This form is not available in the housing portal at this time.

Eligible students who requests a prorated stay for a semester/term will have a prorated charge for room and board (21 meal plan) placed on their student account.

The Prorated room and board (meal plan) guidelines do not apply to students who are staying on-campus for an entire semester/term.

For questions, please contact housing@stolaf.edu.

Room:

$20.00 per day
Building and/or room assignment is based on availability. Students who are residing on campus for a full semester will received priority for housing preferences before students are placed requesting a prorated stay.
If you are currently living on campus and requesting an extended stay may be required to relocate to another residence hall/room.
You may be given a temporary room assignment if you are not on campus for a full semester/term.
Single rooms are not available during prorated stays.
The housing charge is prorated.

	Fall	Spring	Total
Premium Single	$4,750	$4,750	$9,500
Single	$4,000	$4,000	$8,000
Multiple Occupancy	$3,250	$3,250	$6,500

Living on Campus

Residence Life Program at St. Olaf College

Residence Life Team (2025-26 AY)

Residence Halls Move-In & Move-Out Schedule

Residence Hall Details

RESIDENCE HALLS

RESIDENCE ROOMS

First Year Halls:

Mohn Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2507

Ellingson Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2508

Kildahl Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2506

Thorson Hall

Reach the Front Desk at 507-786-2509

Returning Student Halls:

Ole Loop Community

Hilleboe Hall

Hoyme Hall

Kittelsby Hall

Larson Hall

Mellby Hall

New Hall

Rand Hall

Ytterboe Hall

Affiliate Housing (Only for 2025-2026)

Northwood Pinese

Evolution of the Hill

Break Housing & Meals

Occupancy Agreements and Rates

Occupancy Agreement

Room Rates

Board (Meal Plans) & Costs

Prorated Room & Board (Meal Plan)

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