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ADMISSIONS GUIDELINE
All applicants to Olivet University should evince strong Christian character, potential for effectiveness in Christian ministry, and the scholastic ability and emotional maturity to handle a higher education experience.
2024 APPLICATION KEY DATES
AY 2024 | QUARTER | APPLICATION DEADLINE* | VISA INTERVIEW START DATE* | EARLIEST DATE TO ARRIVE AT USA* | LAST DATE TO ARRIVE AT U.S.A* | FIRST DAY OF CLASS | PROGRAMS OFFERED |
Fall | Sep-Dec | Jun 30, 2024 | Sep 24, 2024 | Aug 24, 2024 | Sep 22, 2024 | Sept 23, 2024 | All programs except D.Min & Ph.D. |
Winter | Jan-Mar | Nov 15, 2024 | Jan 3, 2024 | Dec 3, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 2, 2025 | All programs except D.Min & Ph.D. |
Spring | Apr-Jun | Feb 15, 2025 | Apr 8, 2025 | Mar 8, 2025 | Apr 6, 2025 | Apr 7, 2025 | All programs except D.Min & Ph.D. |
Summer Quarter | Jul-Aug | May 15, 2025 | Jul 8, 2025 | Jun 8, 2025 | Jul 6, 2025 | Jul 7, 2025 | Pls counsel each college for further info |
*The information in these columns mainly applies to international applicants. Please take note that F-1 visa preparation and processing may take an additional 1-3 months. Earlier preparation is highly recommended.
**According to the information on the U.S. embassy website, before February 15, 2023, student (F and M) visas for new students can be issued up to 120 days in advance of the start date for a course of study. Effective from February 15, 2023, the U.S. embassy announced that this 120-day rule is changed to 365 days. We encourage student visa applicants to submit a visa application and schedule a visa interview as soon as they receive their Form I-20.
ADMISSION PROCEDURES FOR DOMESTIC APPLICANTS
- Complete and submit the application form at https://apply.olivetuniversity.edu/ and pay a $75 application fee.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
https://www.olivetuniversity.edu/admissions/under-requirements.html
GRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTShttps://www.olivetuniversity.edu/admissions/graduate-requirements.html
- Wait for the decision from the admission committee. Between the time of your application form submission and the time when the final admission result comes out, the admission counselors might contact you for additional information, to ask for virtual or in-person interview or ask you to fix some places in your application. Please stay tuned and respond at your earliest convenience.
- Receive the admission decision from the admissions office via email.
- Admitted students will receive the documents that they are required to review/sign before their enrollment, which include the academic catalog of the program which they intend to enroll in, Enrollment Agreement (EA), and School Performance Fact Sheet (SPFS). Signing these documents means that the student accepts the admission offer and will enroll in the university.
- Secure financial aid: If you need financial aid, be sure to apply for it as soon as possible by applying at http://apply.olivetuniversity.edu and contact Student Finance Office at studentfinance@olivetuniversity.edu when you have questions.
- Attend orientation: Once you have accepted the admission offer, you will need to attend an orientation session. This will help you get acquainted with the campus, academic programs, and campus culture, and help you prepare for your first quarter.
If you have any questions regarding domestic student admission, please contact the admission office at admissions@olivetuniversity.edu
ADMISSION PROCEDURES FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
- International students who wish to apply for onsite programs at Olivet University should complete and submit the application form at https://apply.olivetuniversity.edu/ and pay a $75 application fee. Please note that only English-language programs are available to international students.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
https://www.olivetuniversity.edu/admissions/under-requirements.htmlGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
https://www.olivetuniversity.edu/admissions/graduate-requirements.html - Wait for the decision from the admission committee. Between the time of your application form submission and the time when the final admission result comes out, the admission counselors might contact you for additional information, to ask for a virtual or in-person interview, or ask you to fix some places in your application. Please stay tuned and respond at your earliest convenience.
- Receive the admission decision from the admissions office via email.
- Admitted students will receive the documents that they are required to review/sign before their enrollment, which include the academic catalog of the program which they intend to enroll in, Enrollment Agreement (EA), and School Performance Fact Sheet (SPFS). Signing these documents means that the student accepts the admission offer and will enroll in the university.
- Secure financial aid: If you need financial aid, be sure to apply for it as soon as possible by applying at http://apply.olivetuniversity.edu and contact Student Finance Office at studentfinance@olivetuniversity.edu when you have questions.
- I-20 form for international applicants In addition to satisfying the general graduate admissions criteria of Olivet University’s programs, international applicants must have the Form I-20 from Olivet before going to the U.S. Consulate/Embassy to apply for the F1 visa.
The following conditions must be met before the Form I-20 can be issued to an applicant:
- Acceptance of admission to Olivet University
- The applicant must present evidence that he/she has funds to meet all expenses for the entire period of study, including round-trip transportation, living costs, health insurance, fees, tuition, and books.
- A deposit is generally required of applicants currently residing outside of the U.S. The amount of the deposit varies depending on Olivet University’s assessment of the applicant’s ability to meet the financial obligations of a student.
International applicants should submit the Certificate of Financial Responsibilities (CFR) form and relevant financial supporting documentation for the International Student Office to access and evaluate in order to issue the I-20 form.
- After receiving the I-20 form, the international student should schedule the F1 visa interview. Detailed F1 visa requirements and information can be found on the U.S. embassy website of each country.
- 365-day rule: Student (F and M) visas for new students can be issued up to 365 days in advance of the start date for a course of study. We encourage student visa applicants to submit a visa application and schedule a visa interview as soon as they receive their Form I-20.
- 30-day rule: All recipients of an F or M student visa should be aware that Department of Homeland Security regulations require all initial or beginning students to enter the US 30 days or less in advance of the program start/report date as shown on the Form I-20.
- International applicants should always inform the Office of Admissions of their F1 visa interview result and their plan (pass, try again, or defer enrollment to a future quarter)
- Attend orientation: Once you have accepted the admission offer, you will need to attend an orientation session. This will help you get acquainted with the campus, academic programs, and campus culture, and help you prepare for your first quarter.
If you have any questions regarding international student admission, please contact the admission office at admissions@olivetuniversity.edu