Need-Based Financial Aid
As an institution dedicated to meeting your full demonstrated financial need, St. Olaf is an outstanding value in higher education.
- 84% of all students who applied in 2009-2010, qualified for financial aid.
- 99% of those with incomes under $140,000 who applied for aid, received assistance.
- The average financial aid award (including grants, scholarship, work and loan) for 2009-2010 first-year students was $28,264.
Visit the links below for more information on need-based financial aid.
How to Apply for Financial Aid
Visit this page for everything you need to know about applying for financial aid at St. Olaf.
Determining Your Need
Find out if you qualify for need-based aid. Learn how to apply,
read answers to frequently asked questions and see sample awards.
FAFSA
Learn about the FAFSA and complete your application online.
CSS PROFILE
Learn about the CSS PROFILE and complete your application online.
Grants
St. Olaf offers many need-based grants to help defer the cost of education.
International Students
If you do not have US (or dual) citizenship, please refer to this page for more information.
Other Resources
Here are links to an array of helpful financial aid websites.

