St. Olaf College Football
St. Olaf College (OLAF) · Northfield, Minnesota · Private nonprofit university
St. Olaf College Football coaches
Coaches at St. Olaf College who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
The program
Where St. Olaf College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- athletics.stolaf.edu
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 84% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
St. Olaf College in Northfield.
- Location
- Northfield, Minnesota
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- wp.stolaf
About St. Olaf College Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
James Kilian, the Head Football Coach, leads the St. Olaf College Football staff of 9 coaches, verified October 2026. St. Olaf College (OLAF) competes in NCAA Division III Football as a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. St. Olaf College is a private school in Northfield, Minnesota with 3,124 undergraduates, a 48% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by St. Olaf College Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail James Kilian, the Head Football Coach and Billy Raible, the Assistant Football Coach - Tight Ends. St. Olaf College has 9 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so James can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at St. Olaf College typically score 1300–1470 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the St. Olaf College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach James Kilian at St. Olaf College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JamesHow football recruiting works on AthleticScholar →St. Olaf College Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is St. Olaf College D3?
Yes. St. Olaf College competes in NCAA Division III Football, in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Is St. Olaf College public or private?
St. Olaf College is a private nonprofit school in Northfield, Minnesota.
What conference is St. Olaf College Football in?
The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Does St. Olaf College offer athletic scholarships for Football?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does St. Olaf College Football have?
9 coaches, led by James Kilian, the Head Football Coach.
Who is the head coach of St. Olaf College Football?
James Kilian is the Head Football Coach.
When can St. Olaf College Football coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to St. Olaf College Football?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does St. Olaf College cost?
In-state tuition is $59,760 and out-of-state tuition is $59,760 a year.
What is the St. Olaf College acceptance rate?
48% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for St. Olaf College?
Admitted students typically score 1300–1470 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the St. Olaf College Football coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
