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.
Zinzendorf School of Doctoral Studies will be holding its annual colloquium from Nov 6 to 16 at Olivet University's Riverside campus. This year ZSDS is bringing in a couple of new faculty who will lecture on diverse topics.
Olivet Theological College and Seminary has completed its 3-year revision process of its flagship degree the Master of Divinity. It has always been a goal for OTCS to prepare ministry-bound men and women for the 21st mission challenges awaiting
On September 22, 2017, Olivet University students, staff and faculty from Riverside, Dover and San Francisco campuses participated in the Fall 2017 Convocation respectively to welcome the new academic year and dedicate it to the Lord.