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Olivet Nazarene University

Private nonprofit Bourbonnais, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
61%
Graduation Rate
$53,213
Earnings (10yr)
$20,729
Net Price
56%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Over 61% of students graduate from Olivet Nazarene University, a solid figure for a private nonprofit institution. This reflects the university's commitment to supporting its students through to completion. With an acceptance rate of 56%, students have a fair chance of gaining admission into this tightly-knit community.

Data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights shows that while specific mobility rates are not available, the university's focus on programs in business, health, education, and engineering may enhance graduates' earning potential. Alumni earn an average of $53,213 ten years after graduation, indicating a positive return on investment for students. The economic context suggests that students from various backgrounds can find pathways to success.

The net price of attendance stands at $20,729, with a median debt of $25,000 for graduates. Given the Pell Grant rate of 38%, many students receive financial aid to help offset costs. This environment is conducive for those who thrive in a supportive, faith-based setting, particularly individuals pursuing careers in high-demand fields.

Rankings

How Olivet Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation61%Earnings 10yr$53KNet Price$21KRetention71%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$15K$30-48K$18K$48-75K$26K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%656.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1855.5%MOBILITY121.82%

Cost & Financial Aid

$38,900
In-State Tuition
$38,900
Out-of-State
$20,729
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
63%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$17,232
Family Income $0–$30K
$15,056
Family Income $30K–$48K
$18,019
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,580
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$49,278
6 Years After Entry
$53,428
8 Years
$53,213
10 Years
0.47x
Debt-to-Earnings
67%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$49,278 6yr $53,428 8yr $53,213 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

121.82%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1855.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
656.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$81,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.74
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.7%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 56%
Retention Rate 71%
SAT Average 1117
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 950–1220
ACT Range 19–26
Full-Time Faculty 46%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,582
Diversity Index 0.62
First-Gen Students 28%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 16%
Health Professions 14%
Education 9%
Engineering 7%
Biology & Biomedical 6%
Visual & Performing Arts 6%
Criminal Justice 5%
Communications 5%