Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $56,970
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $56,970
- Average Net Price
- $22,752
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 20.1%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $13,000
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,000
- Books & Supplies
- $1,000
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $70,970
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 89.0%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 43.6%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 20.1%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $9,504 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $11,927 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $15,236 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $21,245 |
| $110,001+ | $32,708 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families at St. Olaf pay an average net price of $22,752, far below the $70,970 sticker price. Low-income families ($0-30K) pay just $9,504 annually, while wealthy families ($110K+) pay $32,708. Over four years, most students invest around $91,000 total. The college's generous aid reflects its Lutheran commitment to accessibility.
Graduates carry a median debt of $26,000, translating to $276 monthly payments. That burden feels manageable against median earnings of $65,543 ten years out. The 89% loan repayment rate shows most Oles handle their debt successfully. Students from lower-income families get the strongest deal here, paying roughly one-third what wealthy families do. St. Olaf's endowment and Norwegian heritage of frugality help keep costs reasonable for a strong liberal arts education.
Graduates carry a median debt of $26,000, translating to $276 monthly payments. That burden feels manageable against median earnings of $65,543 ten years out. The 89% loan repayment rate shows most Oles handle their debt successfully. Students from lower-income families get the strongest deal here, paying roughly one-third what wealthy families do. St. Olaf's endowment and Norwegian heritage of frugality help keep costs reasonable for a strong liberal arts education.
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