Olivet Nazarene University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Olivet Nazarene University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

57.8%

Admission Difficulty for Olivet Nazarene University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Moderate
Applicant Competition		Average

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Olivet Nazarene University is 57.8%. Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Olivet Nazarene University and can you get accepted?

Olivet Nazarene University is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,581 out of the 6,196 who applied were admitted.

Olivet Nazarene University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.38. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Olivet Nazarene University?

58% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Olivet Nazarene University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.38 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1090 on the SAT
Score 22 on the ACT

Olivet Nazarene University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.38*

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Olivet Nazarene University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Olivet Nazarene University are to have around a 3.38 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Olivet Nazarene University accepts 58% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Olivet Nazarene University is 3.38 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #35 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Olivet Nazarene University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

*This school has not published high school GPA data for its incoming freshman class. In these cases, CollegeSimply uses an algorithm to predict GPA based on this school's test scores and a large sample of college GPA data. 3.38 is a prediction of the school's average incoming freshman GPA.

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Olivet Nazarene University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Olivet Nazarene University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

970-1200

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Olivet Nazarene University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	490
Math 25th Percentile	480
Composite 25th Percentile	970

SAT Scores for Olivet Nazarene University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	610
Math 75th Percentile	590
Composite 75th Percentile	1200
Average SAT Score	1090

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Olivet Nazarene University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Olivet Nazarene University is 1090 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 970-1200. Students who get into Olivet Nazarene University score in the top 66 percent of all SAT test takers.. Olivet Nazarene University ranks #27 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1090 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Olivet Nazarene University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 970 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 970, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 850, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Olivet Nazarene University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1090 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1085, you have around a 58% chance of being admitted. A 1200 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 72% chance of getting in.

Olivet Nazarene University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1200 and Above	Good	>72%
1085 to 1200	Avg +	58%-72%
970 to 1085	Avg -	42%-58%
855 to 970	Reach	28%-42%
Less than 855	Low	<28%

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Olivet Nazarene University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

19-26

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Olivet Nazarene University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	17
Math 25th Percentile	18
Composite 25th Percentile	19

ACT Scores for Olivet Nazarene University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	26
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	26
Average ACT Score	22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Olivet Nazarene University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Olivet Nazarene University is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 26. The school ranks #33 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Olivet Nazarene University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Olivet Nazarene University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Olivet Nazarene University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 58% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 74% with a 26 ACT score.

Olivet Nazarene University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26 and Above	Good	>74%
22 to 26	Avg +	58%-74%
19 to 22	Avg -	44%-58%
16 to 19	Reach	31%-44%
Less than 16	Low	<31%

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Olivet Nazarene University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	3,074	2,082	6,196
Accepted	2,034	1,365	3,581
Acceptance Rate	66%	66%	58%
Enrolled	358	324	682
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	18%	24%	19%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Olivet Nazarene University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Olivet Nazarene University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Olivet Nazarene University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Olivet Nazarene University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Olivet Nazarene University is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.38 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1090 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1200 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 22 on the ACT places you in a strong position.