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Admission Requirements
Applying to the University
To apply to Olivet University, fill out an application online at http://apply.olivetuniversity.edu. Print and submit the provided signature page with the non-refundable application fee. All applicants to Olivet University should evidence strong a Christian character, potential for effectiveness in Christian ministry, and the scholastic ability and emotional maturity to handle a higher education experience.
Undergraduate Requirements
- A written statement describing personal faith in Jesus Christ as it relates to a Christian conversion experience (normally at least one year previous to enrollment) and/or development in Christian character
- A personal essay describing the purpose in applying to Olivet University
- Three recommendations are required. At least one recommendation should come from a pastor from the Evangelical Assembly of Presbyterian Churches in America (EAPCA) denomination. The other two recommendations should come from someone who is able to comment on your professional and educational goals and potential. This could be a professor or supervisor. Recommendations may not be from a member of your immediate family or your spouse.
Graduate Requirements
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended, demonstrating superior academic ability with a cumulative graduate grade point average of at least 3.0 on a scale of 4.0, or the equivalent according to the institution’s grading norms.
Note: students with a degree from a state approved, or non- accredited institution are encouraged to apply and ask for a transcript evaluation to determine whether conditional admission is possible.
- Those whose native language is not English may elect to submit TOEFL score of 250 (or 600 on paper test). The score must be within five years from the date of application.
- Three recommendations are required. At least one recommendation should come from a pastor from the Evangelical Assembly of Presbyterian Churches in America (EAPCA) denomination. The other two recommendations should come from someone who is able to comment on your professional and educational goals and potential. This could be a professor or supervisor. Recommendations may not be from a member of your immediate family or your spouse.
- Statement of faith and personal essay
- Olivet University’s application form, with $100 application fee.
Upon completion of all admissions requirements, Olivet admissions personnel will review the information and inform applicants whether or not they have been accepted for enrollment. Prospective students are encouraged to discuss plans, goals, and questions with Olivet admissions staff during this application process.
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Olivet University
Attn: Admissions
36401 Tripp Flats Rd,
Anza, CA 92539