Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001741
- Phone: (309) 699-1561
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
57.76%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
42FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$22,369Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Olivet Nazarene University
100 Meadow Avenue, East Peoria, IL
Olivet Nazarene University is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Bourbonnais, IL, in a predominantly suburban area. The Church of the Nazarene affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. ONU has an annual student enrollment of approximately four thousand.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Public Administration And Social Services
Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most students admitted to ONU score in-between 20 to 27 on the ACT. Roughly 80% of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 33% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at olivet.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $3,500. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
ONU has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
- Football (NAIA Division I)
Students can take a look at the school's http://www.olivet.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants Olivet Nazarene University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Olivet Nazarene University is around 4,700 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 15% enrolling as graduate students and 69% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $36,000-$43,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,500 to $1,800 per unit
- The average estimated cost for room and board is listed to be around $10,000
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $25,347 |
Receiving Student Loans | 77% | $6,818 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Olivet Nazarene University may provide student services like:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Olivet Nazarene University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Track and Field (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Football (Mid-States Football Association)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Olivet Nazarene University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Engineering
- Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Dietetics (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
- Public Policy (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Social Science (B)
- Geography (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
- Interior Design (B)
- Music (B)
- Music Theory and Composition (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Olivet Nazarene University.
- University of St Francis in Peoria, IL (29 miles away)
- Lewis University in Godfrey, IL (33 miles away)
- Trinity Christian College in LITCHFIELD, IL (36 miles away)
- Saint Xavier University in Springfield, IL (39 miles away)
- Calumet College of Saint Joseph in Indianapolis, IN (41 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001741
- Phone: (309) 699-1561
- School Homepage