Olivet Nazarene University Athletics

Olivet Nazarene competes in the NAIA, which sits between major Division I programs and smaller Division III schools, offering athletic scholarships while maintaining a focus on academics. The Tigers field 17 varsity sports with 656 total athletes, meaning roughly 26% of students compete at the varsity level. The university distributes $4.1 million in athletic scholarships annually. Olivet competes in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference, where their basketball programs have historically been competitive. The school's strong Christian foundation shapes its athletic culture, emphasizing character development alongside competition. With nearly 2,700 housing spaces available, the campus creates a tight-knit community where athletic events draw solid student support despite the small-town Illinois setting.