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The University of Olivet

Private nonprofit Olivet, MI · Rural · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
36%
Graduation Rate
$47,907
Earnings (10yr)
$21,393
Net Price
83%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

The University of Olivet might be a great fit if you're seeking a close-knit environment with about 892 students. An acceptance rate of 83% means the school is welcoming to a range of applicants. Here, students often dive into programs like Business & Marketing, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Biology & Biomedical, and Communications, which are designed to prepare them for various career paths.

After graduation, students can expect to earn around $47,907 within ten years, which gives a sense of the potential return on investment. The affordability of the school is also worth noting, with a net price of $21,393 after aid. Nearly half of the students receive Pell Grants, indicating that the institution supports those who may need financial assistance to pursue their studies.

On a practical level, the median debt for graduates is $27,000, which is manageable for many. Students who thrive here often appreciate the personalized attention they receive and the supportive community. If you're looking for a place where you can build connections and explore various fields of study while being mindful of costs, Olivet could be an option worth considering.

Rankings

How The Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation36%Earnings 10yr$48KNet Price$21KRetention61%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate49%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$20K$0-30K$20K$30-48K$21K$48-75K$24K$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%1272.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%964.2%MOBILITY122.65%

Cost & Financial Aid

$34,068
In-State Tuition
$34,068
Out-of-State
$21,393
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
49%
Pell Grant Rate
78%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$19,656
Family Income $0–$30K
$20,442
Family Income $30K–$48K
$20,564
Family Income $48K–$75K
$24,068
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$42,637
6 Years After Entry
$47,402
8 Years
$47,907
10 Years
0.56x
Debt-to-Earnings
61%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$42,637 6yr $47,402 8yr $47,907 10yr

Social Mobility

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

122.65%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
964.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1272.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$66,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.44
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 83%
Retention Rate 61%
ACT Midpoint 21
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,387
Diversity Index 0.53
First-Gen Students 33%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 28%
Psychology 16%
Criminal Justice 12%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Communications 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%
Health Professions 2%
Humanities 2%