Olivet Nazarene University
Faith-based college · Bourbonnais, IL · 2,603 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
56%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
950–1220
ACT (middle 50%)
19–26
Average net price
$19,978
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$54,914
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
60%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Olivet Nazarene University?
Olivet Nazarene University accepts about 56 of every 100 applicants (56%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 950 and 1220 on the SAT. A score at or above 1220 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 950, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–26.
The latest federal data says Olivet Nazarene University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Olivet Nazarene University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Olivet Nazarene University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $54,914 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,978 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $41,120 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$41,120
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$41,120
- Room & board$11,990
- Total cost of attendance$54,914
- Average net price after grants$19,978
Popular majors
Business, Education, Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Olivet Nazarene University FAQ
- What is Olivet Nazarene University's acceptance rate?
- 56% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Olivet Nazarene University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 950–1220. Aim for 1220 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Olivet Nazarene University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–26.
- Is Olivet Nazarene University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Olivet Nazarene University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Olivet Nazarene University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Olivet Nazarene University cost?
- About $54,914 a year before aid; $19,978 on average after grants.
- What is Olivet Nazarene University's FAFSA school code?
- 001741. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Olivet Nazarene University receives your information.
- What is Olivet Nazarene University's graduation rate?
- 60% of students finish within six years.
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