St. Olaf --- What is it like?

carldad
Sat, 29 Oct 2005 13:38:25 +0000

I am a graduate of St. Olaf and know many current students that attend. Generally strong academics, mixed liberal and conservative environment, beautiful campus. The religious environment is not nearly as oppresive as many might think given that it is a lutheran school. There is a believe that faith is important to carry through life but what that faith is will vary with different people. The school in no ways forces a particular faith on the students.

It has a tremendous program of study abroad and sends many kids to the peace corp after graduation. Good grad school placement and good job placement.

The biggest weakness tends to be a lack of diversity along racial and economic lines. Lots of upper middle class white kids. The school is working hard to gain greater diversity and it has been improving, although slowly. Financial aid is generally quite good and they meet 100% of EFC(however that might be defined).

If you have more specific questions, let me know.