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Learn why Olivet’s dedication to faith and integrity have earned its rank as Illinois's number one Christian university.
Nestled in the Village of Bourbonnais, just 45 miles from Chicago, is our 275-acre main campus. The setting includes park-like landscaping surrounding historic and state-of-the art facilities. With 3,500 students, it's large enough to offer a world-class education, and small enough that you know your fellow schoolmates.
Every visit to Olivet is unique, and our Admissions team is here to help. We want you to plan the day that suits you: campus tour; class visits; professor meetings; financial aid consultation; lunch together- all these are available to you and your family. You pick the day, and we will make it happen.
No matter your area of interest, Olivet offers a degree that matches! With more than 140 areas, you are sure to find what you love here. Take a moment and browse our interactive Areas of Study Interest Grid.
Our dedicated team of Financial Aid professionals work to create custom packages for each student. Here are a handful of our affordability initiatives and a snapshot of the ONU TRUE COST for undergraduates.
An Olivet tradition, Purple & Gold Days are unique, customized group visit days, designed specifically for high school seniors, and their parents. There’s so much to see and do! Customized faculty and student visits, campus tours and class visits, lunch together – there’s no better way to check out Olivet.
Ready to submit your enrollment deposit? Your $200 deposit will secure your place in the incoming class as well as prepare you for final enrollment steps.
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With 21 men’s and women’s Tiger intercollegiate athletics teams, and nearly 4,000 students participating in Intramural activities– the roar of the crowd rarely subsides.
Missing your ONU Tigers in action? Be sure to catch the big game on our live-streaming service and join in all the fun. Go, Tigers!
Unable to catch the recent chapel service or concert? Many Olivet events are offered via our live-streaming service or after the event, on-demand.
Our professors and staff are committed to making the Olivet experience second-to-none. Discover the men and women that are working to shape your future.