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How strong are the academics at The University of Olivet?

Let's cover class sizes, graduation rates, and outcomes.

Class Sizes

Class sizes likely stayed the same for you through high school. You'll find that college is much different. Some of the largest universities have classes that can seat hundreds of students in giant lecture halls. Conversely, as they progress and their focus narrows, higher-level courses can sometimes have just a handful of students.

Honors Programs

The University of Olivet has an honors program and/or honors college. Specifics of these programs vary, but benefits of being in an Honors Program might include priority registration, being part of a tight-knit community, and accessing unique learning opportunities.

Learn more about honors options on Olivet's website.

Outcomes

It’s critical to understand a school’s outcomes to understand if your four (or more) years at the school will be worth it. Here are some key statistics about the outcomes of students who enroll at The University of Olivet:

67%
First-year retention rate

Majors

Many students choose a school largely based on the what they want to study. The are The University of Olivet's most popular majors, ranked by how many people graduated with the concentration in the most recent year:

Business Administration and Management, General
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Insurance
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Psychology, General
14
16.4
18.8
21.2
23.6
26

The Full List

Major Graduates
Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General 22
  • Biochemistry 0
Business
  • Business Administration and Management, General 26
  • Insurance 20
  • Accounting 7
  • Actuarial Science 2
  • Financial Planning and Services 2
Communication
  • Broadcast Journalism 4
  • Journalism 3
Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
  • Computer and Information Sciences, General 2
  • Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other 1
English Language And Literature/Letters
  • English Language and Literature, General 3
  • Creative Writing 0
Health Professions And Related Programs
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 4
  • Athletic Training/Trainer 0
  • Pre-Art Therapy 0
  • Medical Illustration/Medical Illustrator 0
History
  • History, General 2
Homeland Security
  • Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 17
  • Criminal Justice and Corrections, General 3
  • Criminal Justice and Corrections 3
  • Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 0
Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 0
Mathematics And Statistics
  • Mathematics, General 1
Natural Resources And Conservation
  • Environmental Science 3
Parks
  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 15
  • Exercise Science and Kinesiology 9
  • Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 4
Physical Sciences
  • Forensic Chemistry 1
  • Chemistry, General 1
Psychology
  • Psychology, General 16
  • Performance and Sport Psychology 5
Social Sciences
  • Sociology and Anthropology 2
Visual And Performing Arts
  • Graphic Design 4
  • Music, General 1
  • Fine/Studio Arts, General 1
  • Art/Art Studies, General 0
  • Fine and Studio Arts Management 0
  • Design and Visual Communications, General 0

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