The University of Olivet
About
The University of Olivet is a historic, private liberal arts institution best known for its foundational commitment to social justice and its nationally recognized program in Insurance and Risk Management, alongside top-tier offerings in criminal justice and the health sciences. Life on this close-knit Michigan campus is defined by a supportive, relationship-based culture where a majority of students actively participate in NCAA Division III athletics, vibrant Greek life, and community service. What truly sets Olivet apart is its distinctive "Olivet Plan" and the "Comet Promise," which guarantee students an affordable, clear four-year path to graduation enriched by immersive, hands-on learning and dedicated faculty mentorship.
Wikipedia:The University of Olivet, formerly known as Olivet College, is a private Christian college in Olivet, Michigan, United States. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was founded in 1844 by missionaries from Oberlin College, and it followed Oberlin in becoming the second coeducational college or university in the United States. The University of Olivet is affiliated with the United Church of Christ and the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches and stands in the Reformed tradition of Protestantism.
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The University of Olivet accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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