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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Solid school with a good bunch of kids who tend to take their studies seriously but are not cut throat with each other. Not a lot of drug use or excessive drinking. Students tend to be quite sheltered in a lot of ways but also open minded and curious. 20 years ago, the job prospects were largely limited to Chicago and Minneapolis unless you really went after things elsewhere on your own. I think things are better now and have seen that some NY banks and consulting firms recruit there. I don't regret going there but I would encourage my kids to aim higher. It does not close any doors but I can't say it really helps to open any either. [/quote]

Completely agree with the first two characterizations of Olaf. However, to slightly disagree, as a DMV lifer that went to St. Olaf, I didn't feel it was a hindrance in job prospects in what I would consider a competitive field at that same time frame. Today even less so. I think today's students are less sheltered, very progressive and open minded however it is not an urban or even suburban campus. My cousin's kid is there now - took a break after soph year to study/research/serve in Africa for a year and changed majors (Pol Sci to Pre Med) - wasn't a big deal. If your child is interested in studying abroad it's one of the best places. Math department is top notch as is the music program.... It is very different from Macalester (and certainly Carleton) in feel and the view it is given from those on the East Coast. Have 3 kids, for one it could be a college I would include in their search. For my current HS Senior it's not on the list. Each kid is different but I certainly wouldn't feel like my dc wasn't aiming high enough if they chose to apply there. [/quote]

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