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University of Mount Olive

634 Henderson St., Mount Olive, NC 28365, USA

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US ranking
position: 1348
Tuition & fees per year: N/A
Acceptance rate: 78.00%
Median alumni salary: $45,365
Avg. SAT and ACT: 1070 SAT, 19 ACT
Entrance difficulty: Easy

What are the graduation rates for students at University of Mount Olive?

The graduation outcomes at University of Mount Olive indicate challenges in student completion rates. The overall graduation rate stands at 47%, placing the institution in the bottom 30% nationally. Male students graduate at a slightly lower rate of 43%, which aligns with a similar national percentile ranking, while female students graduate at a rate of 51%, also positioned in the bottom 30% of comparable institutions.

When considering specific timeframes, the four-year graduation rate is at 35%, indicating about one-third of students complete their programs within that period, which ranks in the lower third across the country. The six-year graduation rate improves slightly to 46% but remains comparatively low, again landing in the bottom 30% bracket. This suggests that many students take longer to finish or do not complete their degrees at University of Mount Olive.

Despite these graduation challenges, the university's retention rate is 77%, placing it in the top half nationally. This indicates that most students return for their sophomore year, even if they do not ultimately graduate within four to six years. However, with a graduation rate marked as low, prospective students may want to consider the implications on their educational timelines and success rates.

What is the earning potential for graduates at University of Mount Olive?

Graduates from University of Mount Olive experience varied earning potential depending on their field of study. Among those with available data, students completing degrees in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research, and Clinical Nursing have the highest reported earnings, averaging $68,741. This highlights the strength of health-related programs at the university in terms of career prospects and income.

Business-related degrees also show competitive earnings. Graduates with a degree in Management Information Systems and Services earn an average of $53,757, while those in Business Administration, Management, and Operations report earnings of approximately $42,574. Human Resources Management and Services graduates similarly earn a notable average of $40,966, and Accounting and Related Services majors make around $38,210.

Degrees in Education reflect moderate income levels. Graduates with a degree in Education, General earn about $40,674, and those focusing on Teacher Education and Professional Development-specific subject areas and specific levels and methods-earn $35,923 and $31,694, respectively. Criminal Justice and Corrections majors have earnings averaging $39,890, indicating decent financial outcomes in public service fields.

Other fields, such as Health and Medical Administrative Services, bring in roughly $36,953, whereas Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies graduates earn about $28,363. Meanwhile, those majoring in Health and Physical Education/Fitness report the lowest available earnings at $21,417.

University of Mount Olive Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 47%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 35%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 46%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

University of Mount Olive Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: Data not available

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

University of Mount Olive Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields

291948

Natural Resources and Conservation

224

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

213

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

5712

Education

75984

English Language and Literature/Letters

011

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

8816

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

171734

Philosophy and Religious Studies

044

Psychology

19423

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

231336

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

17017

Visual and Performing Arts

426

Health Professions and Related Programs

48351

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

6149110

History

167

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Education

516

Psychology

23427

Health Professions and Related Programs

21324

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

261743