Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 40.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 37.0%
- Retention Rate
- 57.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,907
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance. | Bachelor | $51,035 | $24,375 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,896 | $26,800 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $36,560 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $32,391 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $27,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $28,381 | $27,000 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor | $25,967 |
Outcomes Overview
Olivet graduates enter the workforce with a $27,000 median debt load, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.56 against their $47,907 median salary. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 7.2% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.9% employment rate suggests strong job placement, though the modest salary reflects the school's focus on education, social work, and ministry rather than high-paying tech or finance careers. Many graduates pursue teaching positions in Michigan's public schools or work in nonprofit organizations aligned with the university's United Church of Christ mission. Despite the reasonable debt burden, the below-average earnings potential makes this a weak return on investment.