Welcome to the Only Norbertine College in the World

Since 1121, members of the religious order founded by Norbert of Xanten have embraced a tradition of radical hospitality. Today, at St. Norbert College, that same tradition is enthusiastically extended to you. At St. Norbert, all are welcome.



At a Glance
Here’s a quick listing of pertinent facts and figures. Just to give you a taste: a beautiful riverfront campus, 2,200 students, a four-year graduation guarantee, 14-to-1 student-faculty ratio, 3.5 average GPA, 23 NCAA Division III sports.

Mission and Traditions
Much has changed since 1898 when the college was founded to train young men for the priesthood, yet the deep sense of community you will find here remains strongly rooted in the Norbertine order. As our mission states, we are dedicated to providing an education that fosters intellectual, spiritual and personal development.

Rankings and Reputation
Among the top 10 Catholic liberal arts colleges in the nation, St. Norbert College is nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Reports.

College Leadership
Forward thinking but committed to the time-honored wisdom found in the Norbertine, Catholic and liberal arts traditions, our leadership has set a course for St. Norbert to be one of the nation’s next great liberal arts colleges.