St. Olaf College is a rigorous academic institution with a small town feel. In addition to their academic qualifications, faculty here are primarily teachers, not researchers. They are mentors and friends who support and challenge students. St. Olaf College has an extensive international and off-campus study office that sends over 500 students abroad every year. Faculty and students have a mutual understanding that life extends beyond Olaf and that it is important to understand the variety of cultures in our world.
Students come back with new perspectives on how to view life and how to make decisions.
Students are also encouraged to pursue independent study and research opportunities while overseas and here on the Hill. There is also a link showing where Olaf students can go around the world.