MidAmerica Nazarene University
MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private research university in Olathe, Kansas, enrolling about 983 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 78.80% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $62,972 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $37,174
- 2024 Average Net Price: $32,165 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 78.80% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 983 93.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 53.61%
- Average SAT Score: 1048
MidAmerica Nazarene University: what the data shows
Common questions about MidAmerica Nazarene University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is MidAmerica Nazarene University?
MidAmerica Nazarene University is located in Olathe, KS (ZIP 66062-1899).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is MidAmerica Nazarene University public or private?
MidAmerica Nazarene University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does MidAmerica Nazarene University cost?
Published tuition: $37,174.
Average net price after aid: $32,165.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $28,842 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $27,294 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $30,183 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $31,398 |
| $110,001+ | $37,571 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $148,696.
How hard is it to get into MidAmerica Nazarene University?
Admission rate: 78.80%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1048 and midpoint ACT 20.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is MidAmerica Nazarene University?
Total enrollment: 983 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at MidAmerica Nazarene University?
150%-time completion rate: 53.61%.
First-year retention: 69.9%.
What do graduates of MidAmerica Nazarene University earn?
Median earnings: $57,433 six years after entry; $62,972 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,000.
31.22% of students receive Pell grants.
What is MidAmerica Nazarene University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (507 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (155 completions)
- CIP 520201 (71 completions)
- CIP 422803 (53 completions)
- CIP 422807 (30 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (20 completions)
- CIP 521001 (20 completions)
- CIP 310505 (17 completions)
- CIP 310504 (16 completions)
- General Psychology (14 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is MidAmerica Nazarene University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 78.80%; completion rate 53.61%; median earnings $62,972 at 10 years; net price $32,165. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$37,174
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at MidAmerica Nazarene University was $37,174.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$32,165
2024 Value
In 2024 MidAmerica Nazarene University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $32,165.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$128,660 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$32,165 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$148,696 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.22% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at MidAmerica Nazarene University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for MidAmerica Nazarene University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $22,290 | $22,290 | $18,980 |
| 2014 | $24,250 | $24,250 | $17,211 |
| 2015 | $26,150 | $26,150 | $18,597 |
| 2016 | $28,150 | $28,150 | $18,374 |
| 2017 | $29,670 | $29,670 | $20,227 |
| 2018 | $29,736 | $29,736 | $20,496 |
| 2019 | $31,786 | $31,786 | $26,222 |
| 2020 | $32,872 | $32,872 | $29,757 |
| 2021 | $33,840 | $33,840 | $28,337 |
| 2022 | $34,832 | $34,832 | $28,554 |
| 2023 | $36,120 | $36,120 | $29,520 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
78.80% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1048
ACT Average: 20
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at MidAmerica Nazarene University in 2024 is 983 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
69.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
38.55% 100% Completion Time
53.61% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 38.55% of students graduating from MidAmerica Nazarene University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Return on Investment
$15,000 Median Student Debt
$62,972 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
23.82% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
389.45% Return on Investment
2.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 155 completions
CIP 52.0201: 71 completions
CIP 42.2803: 53 completions
CIP 42.2807: 30 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 20 completions
CIP 52.1001: 20 completions
CIP 31.0505: 17 completions
CIP 31.0504: 16 completions
General Psychology: 14 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 507 completions
Most popular programs at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for MidAmerica Nazarene University graduates.
About
MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private non-profit institution located in Olathe, KS, offering 44 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 983 students. The admission rate is 78.80%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1048. The institution maintains a 53.61% graduation rate. Approximately 31.22% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Olathe, KS 66062-1899
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
MidAmerica Nazarene University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does MidAmerica Nazarene University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $37,174 and average net price is $32,165 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into MidAmerica Nazarene University?
The admission rate is 78.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for MidAmerica Nazarene University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, MidAmerica Nazarene University reports midpoint SAT about 1048 and midpoint ACT about 20.
What do graduates of MidAmerica Nazarene University earn?
Median earnings are $57,433 six years after entry and $62,972 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at MidAmerica Nazarene University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 53.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do MidAmerica Nazarene University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,000.
How big is MidAmerica Nazarene University?
Total enrollment is about 983 students in the latest reporting year.
Is MidAmerica Nazarene University public or private?
MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private nonprofit institution located in Olathe, KS.
Is MidAmerica Nazarene University an HBCU?
No. MidAmerica Nazarene University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is MidAmerica Nazarene University a tribal college?
No. MidAmerica Nazarene University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is MidAmerica Nazarene University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, MidAmerica Nazarene University does not meet that proxy (reported share 9.5%).
Is MidAmerica Nazarene University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for MidAmerica Nazarene University: Church of the Nazarene.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.