Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bourbonnais, Illinois |
| Online | olivet.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Church of the Nazarene |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Bourbonnais, Illinois, approximately 50 miles south of Chicago, Olivet Nazarene University is a private Christian liberal arts institution affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene. The 275-acre suburban campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the prominent Burke Administration Building with its distinctive clock tower. As a comprehensive university, ONU offers undergraduate and graduate programs across five schools, with notable strengths in nursing, business, education, and engineering. The university maintains a residential campus culture where most undergraduate students live in campus housing, and participates in NAIA Division I athletics as the Tigers, competing in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Students are required to participate in chapel services and adhere to lifestyle guidelines consistent with the university's Christian mission.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Olivet Nazarene University is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Olivet Nazarene University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#555 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#385 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#27 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#20 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#229 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1200 |
| ACT | 19/26 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.38 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $850 |
| Other Fees | $990 |
| Room and Board | $9,790 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,480 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 23% |
| Business | 22% |
| Education | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 5% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 4% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024