Trinity Christian College Students

At Olivet Nazarene University, we understand how unexpected and overwhelming the recent news of Trinity’s closure can feel. Trinity Christian College has selected Olivet as one of its official teach-out institutions, ensuring that you have a path to graduation. That’s why we are committed to making your next steps seamless and supported. From guaranteed acceptance and our tuition match program to personalized transfer plans that keep you on track to graduate on time, we’re here to ensure you don’t miss a beat. Your education matters, and we’re ready to help you continue your academic journey at Olivet Nazarene University.

We believe. You belong here.

Olivet’s Commitment to Trinity Students

At Olivet Nazarene University, you can count on:

Automatic Acceptance! – All Trinity students in good academic standing are automatically accepted.
Graduate on Time. – We’ll create a personalized transfer plan, so you stay on track to finish your degree on time.
Pay the Same. – Our tuition match program ensures your out-of-pocket cost for tuition will remain consistent.
Keep Your Roommate. – Trinity students transferring together will have the option to room together on Olivet’s campus.
Grow at Olivet. – With 140+ areas of study, a 275-acre park-like campus and a vibrant community of 2,500 students involved in clubs, athletics and ministry, ONU is a place for you to thrive.

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Tuition Match

How Does Tuition Match Work?

Colleges and universities often use scholarships and grants to discount the cost of tuition for students. These scholarships and grants are awarded based on academic merit, financial need, or other criteria. However, these discounts typically do not cover the full cost of tuition and there is usually a remaining balance that students are responsible for paying out of pocket.

We’re committed to making your transfer affordable. Olivet wants to help TCC students who want to continue their in-person studies, and to make the transition to Olivet as affordable as possible. We have decided to match the tuition rate for TCC students. This means you won’t pay more at Olivet than you did at Trinity.

It’s important to note that the tuition match only applies to the cost of tuition, and not to other expenses such as fees, housing and meals. Olivet is exploring options to help cover housing costs for your first semester.

*Illinois students who qualify for the Pell Grant may attend Olivet Nazarene University tuition-free.

Tuition Match Example

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Does Tuition Match Include Housing and Meals?

After aid is applied, your tuition and fees will cost the same as they did at Trinity. Housing and Meals is a separate fee, and that cost varies from student to student depending on which options they choose (number of meals per week, etc.). However, the cost for Housing and Meals at Trinity and Olivet are similar:

TCC 2025-2026 Housing & Meals Cost | $10,305 – $12,580
ONU 2025-2026 Housing & Meals Cost | $ 11,990 – $12,890

Qualifying Students

Current, full-time, undergraduate students at Trinity Christian College applying to be an undergraduate student at Olivet Nazarene University.
Must be accepted to Olivet and file the FAFSA

Next Steps

To get started on your tuition match:

Apply to Olivet
Submit your transcripts
Add Olivet’s FAFSA code (001741) to your Fall 2026 FAFSA
Questions: Connect with your New Student Financial Aid Advisor: Kimberly Strickland at klstrickland@olivet.edu or 815-939-5198 to confirm your Tuition Price Match option.

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