Olivet Nazarene University is recognized by CollegesOfDistinction.com as a 2016–2017 College of Distinction for providing innovative, teacher-centered undergraduate education and preparing students for real-world success. In addition, Olivet is an Illinois College of Distinction and a Christian College of Distinction for 2016–2017.
Nominated and assessed for these honors by education professionals, Olivet excels in all four stated distinctions: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant communities and successful outcomes.
As a College of Distinction, Olivet is:
- nationally recognized as an excellent school
- strongly focused on teaching undergraduates
- home to a wide variety of innovative learning experiences
- highly valued by graduate schools and employers for outstanding preparation of its graduates
College counselors, college administrative members and the Colleges of Distinction selection team nominate U.S. colleges and universities for participation. Olivet — along with the other nominated schools — has an excellent reputation among college admission experts and education professionals, as well as employers and graduate schools.
Click here to view Olivet’s profile on the Colleges of Distinction website.
To learn more about the areas of study and learning opportunities at Olivet, contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@olivet.edu or 800-648-1463.