St Olaf College

St Olaf College is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Northfield, Minnesota, in a distant town setting. The college offers a Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse associate's degree program, providing nursing education within the context of a liberal arts college environment.

With a total enrollment of 3,120 students (IPEDS 2023), St Olaf is a mid-sized institution that reports an 84% completion rate (IPEDS 2023) and a 91% retention rate (IPEDS 2023). These figures reflect strong student persistence and a high likelihood of degree completion. The college holds a quality score of 72.33/100.

St Olaf College's nursing program offers a distinctive option for students who want to pursue registered nursing within a four-year college setting rather than a standalone nursing school or community college. Located in the historic town of Northfield, south of the Twin Cities, the college serves students seeking a nursing credential supported by the broader academic resources of an established private institution.