Olivet University is a warm and friendly place to pursue a serious Christian education. Olivet University students come from a wide range of age groups, geographical areas, educational backgrounds, and cultural heritages.
All applicants to Olivet University should evidence strong Christian character, potential for effectiveness in Christian ministry, and the scholastic ability and emotional maturity to handle a higher education experience.
Olivet professors understand their academic work to be in the service of the church. Most faculty members have experienced ministry first-hand and all are currently engaged in the life of the church from the local to the national level.
As a Christian institution, we strive to create and promote an atmosphere consistent with the Christian faith, which encourages the student to develop his/her fullest potential, both in and out of the classroom.
A group of MDiv students at Olivet Theological College & Seminary has developed "A Study of 32 Bible Topics" Guidebook under the mentorship of senior faculty Dr. Tom J. Cowley.
Olivet School of Language and Education plans to introduce a new TESOL program in Spring 2017. In relation to the mission of Olivet to equip ministry-bound men and women with the practical skills to preach