D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

The University of Olivet

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Olivet, Michigan 49076
The University of Olivet campus, Olivet, MI
The University of Olivet campus, Olivet, MI. Photo: Esq4rt, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 37%
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
F
14/100
Resources
C
46/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

973
Total Enrollment
37%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
97%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The University of Olivet, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$47,907
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,637
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
35.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
21
Median ACT
49.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 56% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 31st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at The University of Olivet

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$37,035$63,380-7%#654 of 1176#543$26,800
Insurance$56,027$62,740-29%#20 of 21#20$24,375
Criminal Justice and Corrections$48,328$56,379+2%#283 of 660#175$27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$24,879$43,475-20%#567 of 610#549$27,000
Biology$34,415$42,353-26%#812 of 841#805$27,000
Psychology$25,656————$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The The University of Olivet Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $242,200
  • Avg rent near campus: $981/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49224 (5.5% cap, Albion)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $32,694 $32,694
Total Cost (On-Campus) $48,928 $48,928

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
52%
Receive Pell Grants
100%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

973
Total Students
43%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 7%
Black 16%
Asian 1%
Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 93%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The University of Olivet?
The University of Olivet has an acceptance rate of 97%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend The University of Olivet?
Tuition at The University of Olivet is $32,694 for in-state students and $32,694 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at The University of Olivet?
The graduation rate at The University of Olivet is 37%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is The University of Olivet a good school?
The University of Olivet has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend The University of Olivet?
The University of Olivet has a total enrollment of 973 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology