MID-AMERICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
MID-AMERICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY Overview
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About MID-AMERICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) is a private, evangelical Christian institution located in Olathe, Kansas. Established in 1966, MNU offers a comprehensive education grounded in the principles of the Church of the Nazarene. The university's mission is encapsulated in its motto: "To Learn, to Serve, to Be."
The 105-acre campus at 2030 East College Way provides a suburban setting for approximately 1,500 students, with 1,000 undergraduates and 500 graduate students. MNU offers over 60 academic programs across various disciplines.
Academic Programs
Programs are available in Arts & Humanities, Business, Counseling, Education, Ministry, Nursing, Social & Behavioral Sciences, and STEM fields. Options include undergraduate and graduate levels, with accelerated degrees and certificates available.
Departments include Accounting, Bible and Theology, Biology, Business Administration, and more. The university emphasizes a Christ-centered education, integrating faith with learning to prepare students for purposeful lives.
Innovative programs like the Innovation Academy offer customized curricula in classics, entrepreneurship, humanitarian service, and advanced research.
Student Life and Athletics
Student life at MNU is vibrant, featuring opportunities for involvement in religious and service organizations, student leadership, musical and theatrical groups, and intramural and varsity sports.
The university's athletic teams, known as the Pioneers, compete in 18 intercollegiate sports, including:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
MNU is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), primarily competing in the Heart of America Athletic Conference (HAAC).
Location
MNU is based in Overland Park, KS, USA, providing accessible education rooted in faith and academic excellence.
Community and Commitment
MNU's commitment to excellence is reflected in its academic offerings, student life, and athletic programs, all within a supportive and faith-driven community.