Enrollment Deposit

Olivet Nazarene University accepts students on a rolling-admissions basis. More specifically, we admit students as soon as we receive all of their necessary information (application, test scores and high school transcripts). Once admitted, you may submit your enrollment deposit that signifies Olivet is one of your top choices!

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Early Action

If you know Olivet is the school for you, be sure to make your deposit before December 7 and take advantage of some key benefits.

  • Housing Priority: Choose the building and room you’ll live in. Students who submit their deposit earlier receive earlier access to spring housing selection.
  • Scholarship Security: We’ll reserve any awarded ONU scholarships once your deposit is submitted, including the merit-based scholarship you were awarded.
  • Guaranteed Spot in the freshman class.

Right now, you will receive a limited-edition Olivet crewneck if you submit your $200 enrollment deposit.

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There are several benefits for submitting your $200 enrollment deposit:

  • Housing preference: The order in which you submit your enrollment deposit determines your priority for class registration and housing selection.
  • Secure scholarships: Submitting your enrollment deposit allows ONU to reserve the scholarships you have been awarded.
  • Preparation: Submitting your enrollment deposit enables ONU to hold a spot for you, guaranteeing your place in the coming freshman class.
  • Refundable: Your $200 enrollment deposit is fully refundable through May 1st.

Your admission, financial aid, or scholarship offer will not be jeopardized if you wait until May 1st to commit to Olivet.

There are three different ways to submit your enrollment deposit:

  • Online: submit through our secure online portal
  • Phone: Call in your card information by phone (800-648-1463).
  • Mail: Send check or money order, payable to Olivet Nazarene University, to the address below.

Address:
The Admissions Center
One University Avenue
Bourbonnais, IL 60914

Make sure to complete the financial aid checklist! This video explains how.