MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) is a private liberal arts college rooted in the Christian tradition and located in Olathe, Kansas. Established in 1966, the university is a short distance from the metropolitan area of Kansas City, providing a suburban environment for its academic community. The campus architecture is characterized by contemporary styling with facilities designed to support its educational programs, and MNU offers on-campus living options to its students. Academically, the university is known for its strong programs in Nursing, Education, and Business, attracting students who seek careers in these fields. While MNU maintains a moderately selective admissions process, it remains committed to a holistic evaluation of applicants. The university competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as the Pioneers but is not predominantly known for its athletic programs.
In the most recent statistical year 1,103 prospective students applied, and 737 were granted admission. Of those admitted 233 enrolled in the school. 992 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 516 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $34,082 plus fees of $750. MidAmerica Nazarene University is ranked 576 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
MidAmerica Nazarene University is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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SAT | 916/1118 |
ACT | 17/24 |
GPA | 3.28 |
Applications Due | - |
Applicant Competition | Low |
Application Fee | $0 |
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,446 |
Other Fees | $750 |
Room and Board | $9,848 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $8,883 |
Total One Year Cost | $55,009 |
Subject | Percent of Class |
---|---|
Business | 48% |
Health Professions | 24% |
Education | 6% |
Theology and Religious Vvocations | 4% |
Psychology | 2% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=155520 IPEDS survey data for MidAmerica Nazarene University.
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Last updated February 24, 2024