University of Mount Olive

The University of Mount Olive has become one of the most unique and fastest growing private educational institutions in North Carolina. Whether a student is getting ready to graduate from high school, wanting to transfer to a new college setting, or is a working adult with little time to earn a college degree, the University of Mount Olive provides students with programs to fit their individual needs in a time and setting convenient for any lifestyle. UMO is listed by the North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities as the fourth most affordable private college in North Carolina. In its traditional program, the University of Mount Olive offers over 40 different majors. Fields of study include agriculture, business, science, mathematics, criminal justice, language, literature, psychology, education, the arts, and religion. The average class size at UMO is under 25. Transformational experiences occur outside the classroom in more than 30 student organizations, professional and collegiate clubs, performing groups, internships, and community service opportunities. Students have the opportunity to compete on 20 highly-competitive NCAA Division II intercollegiate athletic teams.UMO also offers one-night-a-week baccalaureate degree programs for adult students. Bachelor degree options include accounting, business management, criminal justice and criminology, early childhood education, healthcare management, human resource management, leadership, management information systems, and religious studies. An associate degree in general studies is also available. These programs are offered at University of Mount Olive locations in Mount Olive, Jacksonville, New Bern, Research Triangle Park, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Smithfield at Johnston Community College, Washington, and Wilmington. The University offers online programs including the RN to BSN program for registered nurses who have graduated with an associate degree or diploma in nursing; criminal justice and criminology; and the associate degree in General Studies. Graduate programs include the Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, and Master of Science in Nursing degrees. In addition to all of the educational options, the University of Mount Olive is uniquely positioned to offer a wonderful cultural climate. On any given day, visitors can experience art exhibitions, musical performances, guest lectures, drama productions, and athletic competitions. The Music Department has moved into an expanded and renovated space, providing much needed room for the assembly of creative ideas. The Art Department has plans for spreading its wings and finding new direction while strengthening its current offerings. Collaborations have begun on a new digital arts journal. There are exciting new partnerships in the works with local community colleges, local Arts Councils, and area public schools to expand and enhance the arts. Together, we are positively impacting the quality of life. The University of Mount Olive is widely known for its commitment to community service. UMO engages students in the kind of service that builds citizenship and communities. The University believes that it has the ability to not only transform the lives of students, but to also transform the lives of those who come in contact with the University. President Philip P. Kerstetter said, "The University of Mount Olive embraces and supports acts of service as tangible expressions of our Mission, Vision and Values statements. To us, service is a lasting engagement with a place, a people, a culture." For everything UMO, visit www.umo.edu. We hope to see you soon!

Academic Grad Slug

School Details

school_type year_founded religious_affiliation academic_calendar year_2016_endowment address telephone
Private, Coed 1951 Original Free Will Baptist Semester N/A 634 Henderson Street, Mount Olive, NC 28365 (919) 658-2502
overall score total score state city online paying global
57 100.0 North Carolina Mount Olive

Info & Regulations

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Campus size (acres) 110
Students who have cars on campus N/A
Alcohol permitted on campus for students of legal age No

Health & Safety

Basic student services offered

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nonremedial tutoring
placement service
health service

Campus safety and security services offered

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24-hour emergency telephones
Lighted pathways/sidewalks
Controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc.)

Career

Career services offered

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co-op education
on-campus job interviews
internships
resume assistance
career/job search classes
alumni network
interest inventory
interview training

Computer Resources

Computers available for student use in

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residence halls
computer center/labs
library

Library & Museum Information

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On-campus library Yes
Museums or special academic buildings on campus Teresa Pelt Grubbs Art Gallery

Learning Disabled (LD) Students

Services for LD students

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Remedial math
Remedial English
Tape recorders
Untimed tests
Note-taking services
Oral tests
Learning center
Readers
Extended time for tests
Tutors
Early syllabus
Priority seating
Texts on tape
Exams on tape or computer

Physically Disabled Students

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Accessibility of campus to physically disabled students Mostly

Services for physically disabled students

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Note-taking services
Special transportation
Tape recorders
Special housing
Tutors
Reader services
Talking books