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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Olathe, KS

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in KS. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$36,120

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

73.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

44.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$62,972

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

MidAmerica Nazarene University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Olathe, KS. With a competitive tuition profile of $36,120, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 44.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing463 – 570
20025th–75th percentile800
Math465 – 548
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 23
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

73.5%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$144,480

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$32,972

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$185,240

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$514,960

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 44%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at MidAmerica Nazarene University is $15,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
52.0%
48.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
61.6%
Black
14.9%
Hispanic
8.5%
Two or more
6.1%
International
4.7%
Unknown
1.9%
Asian
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$36,120

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$25,447
$30k - $48k$24,595
$48k - $75k$27,986
$75k+$32,035

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,000
Pell Grant Recipients28.5%
Using Federal Loans53.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment69.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

61.4%

Success

44.3%

In-State Cost

$36,120

Age 25+ Students

15.0%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

749 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Olathe (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Olathe (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.