Residence Life Team (2025-26 AY)
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: Jonathan Vu, Gwamaka Mahenya
- 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: 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: Zach Brenk, 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)
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
First Year Halls:
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.
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.
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.
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.
Returning Student Halls:
Ole Loop Community
Front Desk: 507 786 2510 (New Hall)
Hilleboe Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2500
Hoyme Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2503
Kittelsby Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2500
Larson Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2501
Mellby Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2502
New Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2510
Rand Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2505
Ytterboe Hall
Front Desk: 507 786 2504
Affiliate Housing (Only for 2025-2026)
Northwood Pinese
Front Desk: 507 786 2504 (Ytterboe)
Break Housing & Meals
| 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
Occupancy Agreement
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.
Room Rates
Housing rates vary by room type and are updated annually. Students are responsible for timely payment and should familiarize themselves with the options available to select the best fit for their needs.
| 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.
| 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 |
Designed Single Rooms are an additional $750/semester. Premium Single Rooms are an additional $1500/semester.
Board (Meal Plans) & Costs
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. |
Prorated Room & Board (Meal Plan)
- 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.
Board (Meal):
- $23.00 per day
- If living on campus, a meal plan is required and the 21 meal plan (or the highest level meal plan) will automatically be applied and charged (prorated).
