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Northfield is home to two prominent private colleges — St. Olaf and Carleton .
Northfield 's colleges grew out of a camaraderie among Congregationalists and Lutherans who settled in the town.
Religious groups across the U.S. were largely responsible for founding private colleges in the 1800s .
About three out of every 10 residents of Northfield are students or faculty.
The colleges help fuel the area's vitality, but their dominance has its downsides.
Carleton and St. Olaf contribute about $80,000 a year to Northfield .
Northfield also has become a draw for seniors looking to enjoy the vibrant college community.
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