The University of Olivet Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
The University of Olivet is a private research university in Olivet, Michigan, enrolling about 892 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 83.25% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $47,907 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,068
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,393 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 83.25% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 892 96.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 35.27%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 33.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average ACT Score: 21
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,042
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,417
- Room & Board: $12,567 annual estimate
The University of Olivet: what the data shows
Common questions about The University of Olivet, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is The University of Olivet?
The University of Olivet is located in Olivet, MI (ZIP 49076).
Is The University of Olivet public or private?
The University of Olivet is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does The University of Olivet cost?
Published tuition: $34,068.
Average net price after aid: $21,393.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,656 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,442 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,564 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,730 |
| $110,001+ | $24,068 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $136,272.
How hard is it to get into The University of Olivet?
Admission rate: 83.25%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is The University of Olivet?
Total enrollment: 892 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,042 students.
Graduate enrollment: 47 students.
About 96% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Olivet?
150%-time completion rate: 35.27%.
First-year retention: 61.4%.
What do graduates of The University of Olivet earn?
Median earnings: $42,637 six years after entry; $47,907 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
49.47% of students receive Pell grants.
What is The University of Olivet known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (41 completions)
- Psychology, General (27 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (19 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (19 completions)
- Insurance (16 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (14 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (14 completions)
- Environmental Science (10 completions)
- Performance and Sport Psychology (8 completions)
- Broadcast Journalism (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is The University of Olivet a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 83.25%; completion rate 35.27%; median earnings $47,907 at 10 years; net price $21,393. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$34,068
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at The University of Olivet was $34,068.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,393
2024 Value
In 2024 The University of Olivet had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,393.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$85,572 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,393 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$136,272 4-Year Tuition
$12,567 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$47,835 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$191,340 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for The University of Olivet.
Financial Aid by Income Level
49.47% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
78.25% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at The University of Olivet was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for The University of Olivet in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $23,021 | $23,021 | $18,341 |
| 2014 | $23,800 | $23,800 | $19,725 |
| 2015 | $24,816 | $24,816 | $20,320 |
| 2016 | $25,560 | $25,560 | $21,597 |
| 2017 | $26,695 | $26,695 | $20,098 |
| 2018 | $27,680 | $27,680 | $19,846 |
| 2019 | $28,692 | $28,692 | $21,464 |
| 2020 | $30,126 | $30,126 | $20,053 |
| 2021 | $31,104 | $31,104 | $21,401 |
| 2022 | $32,006 | $32,006 | $21,944 |
| 2023 | $33,076 | $33,076 | $21,158 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
83.25% Acceptance Rate
1,417 Total Applicants
1,376 Students Admitted
334 First-Time Students Enrolled
24.27% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
The University of Olivet reported total enrollment of about 892 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 57% male and 43% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (65.8%), Black or African American (17.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (7.4%). About 49.47% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 33.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at The University of Olivet in 2024 is 892 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,042 students. Graduate enrollment is about 47 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
61.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 65.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.77% 100% Completion Time
35.27% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.77% of students graduating from The University of Olivet completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 63% male / 37% female
- Psychology, General: 33% male / 67% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 32% male / 68% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for The University of Olivet.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$47,907 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
56.36% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
459.84% Return on Investment
5.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for The University of Olivet.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 25 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 41 completions
2. Psychology, General: 27 completions
3. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 19 completions
4. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 19 completions
5. Insurance: 16 completions
6. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 14 completions
7. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 14 completions
8. Environmental Science: 10 completions
9. Performance and Sport Psychology: 8 completions
Most popular programs at The University of Olivet.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for The University of Olivet graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for The University of Olivet from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,387
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,409
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
The University of Olivet is a private non-profit institution located in Olivet, MI, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 892 students. Student body composition includes White (65.8%), Black or African American (17.9%), Hispanic or Latino (7.4%). The admission rate is 83.25%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 21. The 150%-time completion rate is 35.27%. Approximately 49.47% of students receive Pell Grants. About 33.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Olivet, MI 49076
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 35.27% graduation rate at The University of Olivet falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The University of Olivet located?
The University of Olivet is located in Olivet, MI.
What is The University of Olivet's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at The University of Olivet is 83.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,417 applicants and 1,376 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does The University of Olivet cost?
Reported tuition is $34,068 and average net price is $21,393 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,567 annually.
What is the student body demographics at The University of Olivet?
The University of Olivet reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,042 students, White (65.8%), Black or African American (17.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend The University of Olivet?
About 33.4% of students at The University of Olivet are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for The University of Olivet?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, The University of Olivet reports midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of The University of Olivet earn?
Median earnings are $42,637 six years after entry and $47,907 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Olivet?
The 150%-time completion rate is 35.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do The University of Olivet students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is The University of Olivet public or private?
The University of Olivet is a private nonprofit institution located in Olivet, MI.
Is The University of Olivet an HBCU?
No. The University of Olivet is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is The University of Olivet a tribal college?
No. The University of Olivet is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Michigan college costs
- Michigan colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Michigan
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.