by our College Data Analytics TeamIs MNU worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
MNU is ranked #2,693 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Kansas, it ranks #54 of 55 for value.
Among the majors MNU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #137 of 185 |
| Business Administration / Management | #403 of 457 |
| Organizational Leadership | #403 of 457 |
| Elementary Education | #630 of 681 |
| Teacher Education | #630 of 681 |
| Athletic Training | #693 of 757 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | #730 of 789 |
| Registered Nursing | #847 of 966 |
| Nursing | #847 of 966 |
| General Psychology | #931 of 1,068 |
Read the full MNU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
MidAmerica Nazarene University is ranked #4 out of #57 in Kansas for quality and #54 out of #55 for Kansas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the MNU financial aid page to be sure.
MidAmerica Nazarene University is ranked #2,693 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
MidAmerica Nazarene University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at MNU costs about $34,906. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $139,624 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $57,083 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $32,165 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $34,906 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $139,624 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the MNU net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What MNU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a MNU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $228,332 | — | — |
| All Students | $139,624 | #2,693 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $128,660 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $228,332 | — | — |
| All Students | $139,624 | #54 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $128,660 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at MNU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $25,447 |
| $30K–$48K | $24,595 |
| $48K–$75K | $27,986 |
| $75K–$110K | $32,035 |
| Over $110K | $34,162 |
About 89% of MNU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,787 per year. Get more details on the MNU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the MNU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.