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MidAmerica Nazarene University

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MidAmerica Nazarene College

Olathe, Kansas 66062-1899

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

Health sciencesTight-knitSuburban

Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private institution in Olathe with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1016, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 977 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

46% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,972 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $29,520.

Established

1966

Motto

To Learn, to Serve, to Be

Mascot

Pioneer

Type

Private university

Conference

National Association of

Division

Division II

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73%Acceptance

1016SAT Avg

977Students

10:1Student:Faculty

46%Grad Rate

$62,972Earnings 10yr

$29,520Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate73.5%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1016

Reading & WritingMid: 438

463570

MathMid: 468

465548

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20

1723

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$36,120

Room & Board$10,760

Books & Supplies$1,446

Total Cost of Attendance$53,495

Average Net Price$29,520

Median Debt at Graduation$15,000

Monthly Payment (10yr)$159

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$25,447

$30–48K$24,595

$48–75K$27,986

$75–110K$32,035

$110K+$34,162

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

47.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.9%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,912

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

Peer Average

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Burglary

Aggravated Assault

Robbery

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sex Offenses

Arson

Drug Arrests

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (70)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

61%

Below Average

Student Body

Undergrads

977

Gender Split

52% / 48%

Women / Men

First Generation

32%

Pell Grant Recipients

28%

Race & Ethnicity

White 62%

Black 15%

Hispanic 9%

Asian 1%

Two+ 6%

Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate46.2%

Freshman Retention61.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$57,433

10 Years$62,972

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Pioneers

BasketballBasketball championships

History & Fun Facts

•History MidAmerica Nazarene University Campus Mid-America Nazarene College (MANC) was founded in 1966.
•In 1996 Mid-America Nazarene College formally changed its name to MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU).

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

92Average

Estimated from KS state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Kansas Citypop. 500K

19 mi(33 min)

St. Louispop. 290K

247 mi(428 min)

Minneapolispop. 430K

429 mi(744 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City29 mi

STL St Louis238 mi

OKC Oklahoma City286 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1263 mi · ~36h 29m drive

New York, NY1108 mi · ~32h 1m drive

Hartford, CT1178 mi · ~34h 2m drive

Providence, RI1243 mi · ~35h 55m drive

Albany, NY1128 mi · ~32h 35m drive

Syracuse, NY1012 mi · ~29h 14m drive

Rochester, NY941 mi · ~27h 11m drive

Buffalo, NY874 mi · ~25h 15m drive

Philadelphia, PA1048 mi · ~30h 17m drive

Pittsburgh, PA793 mi · ~22h 55m drive

Harrisburg, PA956 mi · ~27h 37m drive

Newark, NJ1099 mi · ~31h 45m drive

Washington, DC953 mi · ~27h 32m drive

Baltimore, MD973 mi · ~28h 7m drive

Atlanta, GA678 mi · ~19h 35m drive

Charlotte, NC808 mi · ~23h 21m drive

Raleigh, NC911 mi · ~26h 19m drive

Miami, FL1240 mi · ~35h 49m drive

Orlando, FL1048 mi · ~30h 17m drive

Tampa, FL1035 mi · ~29h 54m drive

Nashville, TN477 mi · ~13h 47m drive

New Orleans, LA672 mi · ~19h 25m drive

Richmond, VA945 mi · ~27h 18m drive

Chicago, IL430 mi · ~12h 25m drive

Detroit, MI660 mi · ~19h 4m drive

Minneapolis, MN429 mi · ~12h 24m drive

St. Louis, MO247 mi · ~7h 8m drive

Kansas City, MO19 mi · ~33 min drive

Indianapolis, IN465 mi · ~13h 26m drive

Columbus, OH633 mi · ~18h 17m drive

Cleveland, OH713 mi · ~20h 36m drive

Milwaukee, WI460 mi · ~13h 17m drive

Dallas, TX436 mi · ~12h 36m drive

Houston, TX631 mi · ~18h 14m drive

Austin, TX618 mi · ~17h 51m drive

San Antonio, TX686 mi · ~19h 49m drive

Los Angeles, CA1342 mi · ~38h 46m drive

San Francisco, CA1494 mi · ~43h 10m drive

San Diego, CA1320 mi · ~38h 8m drive

Seattle, WA1502 mi · ~43h 23m drive

Portland, OR1491 mi · ~43h 4m drive

Denver, CO549 mi · ~15h 52m drive

Phoenix, AZ1033 mi · ~29h 51m drive

Salt Lake City, UT916 mi · ~26h 28m drive

Honolulu, HI3882 mi · ~112h 9m drive

Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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