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Olivet Nazarene University, also known as ONU or Olivet, is a private, liberal arts college in Bourbonnais, Illinois. The university, which was established in 1907, sits on a 250 acre campus. Students are offered associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degree programs in areas like art, humanities, science, education, business, and health services. The academic colleges of the university are as follows:
ONU is a member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Division I and participates in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. It is a member of the Mid-States Football Association as well and sponsors teams in baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track, softball, and volleyball. The athletics teams are known as Tigers. ONU also has many clubs and organizations including the International Justice Mission, ONU Young Republicans, Sigma Tau Delta, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and the Equestrian Club.
Bourbonnais, IL is home to Olivet Nazarene University. Bourbonnais is a small suburb. Students select the school partly because it is a Church of the Nazarene school. Olivet Nazarene University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Doctoral degree.
Students at Olivet Nazarene University can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in education and teaching.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Olivet Nazarene University has 4,636 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Olivet Nazarene University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Olivet Nazarene University values student athletics, and belongs to the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference and Mid-States Football Association. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Olivet Nazarene University
One University Avenue
Bourbonnais, IL 60914-2271
General Phone: (815) 939-5011
http://www.olivet.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 727 | curriculum and instruction, secondary teaching, reading teaching, elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, kindergarten/preschool teaching, music teaching, teacher ed, ... |
| Business And Management | 206 | business management, business administration, business, accounting, marketing, organizational behavior, management science, fashion merchandising, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 99 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 61 | political science, English, history, social services, economics, Spanish language, sociology, liberal arts and sciences, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 51 | psychology, counseling psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 47 | religion, youth ministry, religious education, theological and ministerial studies, religious music, missionary studies, philosophy and religious studies, theology and religious vocations, ... |
| Family And Social Work | 45 | social work, family and consumer science, child development, public policy analysis |
| Media | 29 | communication studies, mass communication, journalism |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 29 | athletic trainer, dietitian, exercise science, sports and fitness management, parks and recreation studies |
| Art Studies | 23 | art studies |
| Science | 23 | biology, geology, zoology, chemistry, physical science courses, ecology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 22 | criminal justice and safety |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer science, information science, computer engineering |
| Architecture And Planning | 7 | environmental design |
| Engineering | 6 | engineering |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Music | 4 | music, music theory and composition, music performance |
| Office And Administration | 0 | office management |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Olivet Nazarene University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 728 | 20 |
| Bachelor's degree | 628 | 64 |
| Associate's degree | 35 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Olivet Nazarene University had a total enrollment of 4,636 students (4,251 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 54% |
| Graduate | 46% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 16% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 55% |
| Indiana | 15% |
| Michigan | 12% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| Wisconsin | 3% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Olivet Nazarene University offers campus housing for 2,358 of its 4,251 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Bourbonnais, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,448 | 1,988 | 81% | 601 | 30% |
| Men | 937 | 761 | 81% | 238 | 31% |
| Women | 1,511 | 1,227 | 81% | 363 | 30% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 96% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,590 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,590 |
| Room and board | $ 6,400 |
| Room charge | $ 3,200 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,550 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,700 |
Financial Aid:
Olivet Nazarene University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 174100)
Olivet Nazarene University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 46 | $66,619 | 11 | $65,660 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 21 | $52,261 | 10 | $52,843 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 13 | $44,675 | 11 | $43,030 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $34,509 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 83 | $58,389 | 34 | $52,845 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-States Football Association |
| Basketball | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 188 | 93 | 281 |
| Football | 88 | 0 | 88 |
| Track | 19 | 20 | 39 |
| Basketball | 17 | 15 | 32 |
| Baseball | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| All Other Sports | 34 | 58 | 92 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Environmental Design/Architecture
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Fashion Merchandising
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Public Policy Analysis
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Ancient Near Eastern/Biblical Languages, Lit & Linguistics
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Geography
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Science/Librarianship
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
Youth Ministry
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Ecology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physical Sciences, Other
Zoology/Animal Biology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Olivet Nazarene University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Church of the Nazarene affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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