Established in 1844, The University of Olivet is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Olivet (population range of under 2,500 inhabitants), Michigan. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, The University of Olivet (OU) is a very small-sized (¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. The University of Olivet (OU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 180-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. OU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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private
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non-profit
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very small-sized
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least selective
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Acronym | OU |
Founded | 1844 |
Motto | Pro Christo et Humanitate For Christ and Humanity |
Colours | Red and white |
Mascot | Comets |
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Address | 320 South Main Street Olivet 49076 Michigan United States |
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+1 (800) 456 7189 | |
+1 (269) 749 6617 |
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The following The University of Olivet's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of Olivet's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) |
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International students |
30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) |
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This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has The University of Olivet a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
The University of Olivet's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.
Source: IPDES
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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The University of Olivet has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.
This institution has a range of under-50 academic employees (Faculty).
The University of Olivet is a private higher education institution.
The University of Olivet is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.
The University of Olivet has a Christian-Protestant affiliation (United Church of Christ and the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches - www.naccc.org).
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The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.
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Basic Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields |
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Size & Setting | Four-year, very small, highly residential institution |
Enrollment Profile | Very high undergraduate |
Undergraduate Profile | Four-year, full-time, inclusive, lower transfer-in institution |
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Undergraduate Instructional Program | Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence |
Graduate Instructional Program | Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Business |
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This institution has a physical Library.
Olivet College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 64,247 physical volumes and 10 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 14 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. The library has a total library expenditure lower than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
In particular, the Olivet College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 781 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
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This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
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The University of Olivet is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
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