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Is St. Olaf a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$139,894 Avg Total Cost

St Olaf College Value Report

Is St. Olaf worth the money? Read College Factual's annual St. Olaf value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Top 10% National Quality
Expensive Price

St Olaf College is ranked #2,093 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe St Olaf College is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  2093 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  6.60 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

We're Looking at a Total Cost of $139,894 for a St. Olaf Degree

The St. Olaf time to graduate is about 4.07 years and will cost an estimated $34,372 per year. This brings the total cost to 139,894.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$34,372
Average Years to Graduate4.07
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$139,894

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about St. Olaf cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$133,333 In-State With Aid
$264,591 Avg Cost No Aid
4.07 Years to Graduate

The overall price of a college can vary depending on your individual circumstances.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at St. Olaf.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$264,591#0F
All Students$139,894#2,093F
Only Students Receiving Aid$133,333#1,571D
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$264,591#F
All Students$139,894#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$133,333#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Minnesota.

About 99% of St. Olaf students receive financial aid. Get more details on what St. Olaf financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average St. Olaf cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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