MidAmerica Nazarene University
About MidAmerica Nazarene University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private university in Olathe, KS. It has a 66.8% acceptance rate and a 41.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 975 students.
Founded
1966
Location
Olathe, Kansas
Students
1,317
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
78.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
53.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$37,174
Per year
Avg Net Price
$32,165
After financial aid
SAT Average
1048
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$62,972
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts the majority of applicants at 78.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1048/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.9%
4-Year Grad
32%
6-Year Grad
44%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
19%
$/Student
$6.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 32% graduation rate is below average, but 69.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,174
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,554
Books & Supplies
$1,446
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,355
After Financial Aid
$32,165
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$28,842
Receive Grants
31.2%
Take Loans
52.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $57,355/yr, including $11,554 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $32,165.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at MidAmerica Nazarene University fund their education.
While in School
31.2%
Get Grants
Free money
52.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$45,283
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$159/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $15,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Gender
51.7%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
983
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
334
Graduates
32.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
15%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 32.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.3% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
983
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
MidAmerica Nazarene University fields 8 varsity teams with 623 student athletes, about 63% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Heart of America
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
623
63% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
399
Men
224
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of MidAmerica Nazarene Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$62,972
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
149 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$58K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$56K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
16 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
—
5 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $57K at six years, $45K at eight, and $63K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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