About Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Founded in 1968, Mount Vernon Nazarene University. is a Private college. Located in Ohio, which is a city setting in Ohio, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,831 full time undergraduate students, and 414 full time graduate students.

The Mount Vernon Nazarene University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 12:1. There are 58 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Mount Vernon Nazarene University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate74%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range920-1180
ACT Range20-25

Admissions at MVNU are considered Selective, with ,26% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 35 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

80% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 51% were in the top quarter, and 27% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
41%
“We know about current events and vote”
59%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
41%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
18%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
24%
“We bought the gear”
59%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
6%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
65%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
29%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
35%
“They keep regular office hours”
65%
“They”re always available”
94%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
6%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
76%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
24%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
47%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
53%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
41%
“We know about current events and vote”
59%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
41%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
18%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
24%
“We bought the gear”
59%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
6%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
65%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
29%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
35%
“They keep regular office hours”
65%
“They”re always available”
94%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
6%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
76%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
24%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
47%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
53%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Mount Vernon Nazarene University REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    64 Students rated on-campus housing 3.9 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    34 Students rated off-campus housing 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    68 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 19 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    71 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 48 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    71 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 66 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    72 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    71 Students rated local services 4.3 stars. 48 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    72 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Mount Vernon Nazarene University?

21 Students rated Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Andrea - 05/13/2020

MVNU has always been my dream school. I love how close the campus community is. I love how the professors take a personal interest in their students, how passionate students are about their chosen fields, the School Spirit all around, the provided nurses station and free therapy (if needed), the fact that classes start with a prayer, the chance to attend church service every day, the whole music and art programs, and the fact that it feels like home (even more so than my previous home). I feel safe at MVNU, and I can't wait to start my Junior Year this Fall.

Chloe - 01/17/2020

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is a great university, but there is not a lot to do around. There is not a lot of options for majors, and the programs are not that big. The professors care about the students and love what they are doing. Mount Vernon Nazarene University is really pretty with a lot of green grass.

Ashley - 11/03/2019

This school has allowed me to grow in my faith, while also learning about my career. It has been mazing to see how impactful this college is in my happiness, I could not feel more welcomed. This is a school to find life long friends, important relationships with teachers, and success in academics. This is my home away from home.

Gabriel - 07/29/2019

MVNU is a great place to get to know people and build significant relationships. It is not a big school, so we find creative ways to keep ourselves entertained which brings us closer to each other. Everyone on campus is easy to talk to and willing to start a friendship. It is academically competitive and involved in the students lives. It is not perfect, but the students make it feel like home.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Mount Vernon Nazarene University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Mount Vernon Nazarene University is 74%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Knowing what I know now, I would have told myself to take more challenging courses throughout high school instead of taking it easy. As a junior in college I find that there are some classes I struggle with that I really should not be struggling with because I should have learned it in high school. As far as making the transition from high school to college I would say that I would tell myself to expect the best of things rather than the worst of things. When you worry about how things can go wrong you don't focus on how they can go right, or how to make them go right. My experience with a roommate my freshman year turned out bad, but I feel it was really because I let myself go into the situation thinking the worst of things. If I had just told myself that everything would turn out for the best, I would have had a better first semester. I would also tell myself not to be afraid to break out of a shell, to make friends and to talk to people more than I actually did.

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  3. What's unique about your campus?

    I love the social and spiritual aspects about my school. The chapel services grow and challenge you, and the social events help you meet new people. I have to say the end of the year block party is the biggest social event on campus and the most fun one.

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  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The idea that the people aren't always fair when it comes to appearences.

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  5. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The unique thing about MVNU is that, while there is alcohol use (rarely), most of the students obstain from drug or alcohol use.

    Read all  15 answers

  6. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The pretty campus setting and the academics and the Christian environment

    Read all  12 answers

  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    MVNU is very conservative and most of the time the students get a long with each other well.

    Read all  11 answers

  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person who is lost in life or doesnt know what to do with the future.

    Read all  10 answers

  9. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Kids who do not want a to be in a Christian enironment

    Read all  10 answers

  10. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I had known that a lot of people go home on weekends. It is sometimes hard to find people to hang out with on weekends because I cannot go home on weekends. This year it is a little easier because the apartment I live in has other girls that live out of state, so they do not go home on weekends either.

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  11. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Our school is best known for our music and education department. We are also known for a great atmosphere for spiritual and academic growth. The professors are amazing and are always willing to meet with you outside of class when you need to talk. There are also lots of on campus activites and it has a great social atmosphere.

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  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about my school is that the food in the cafeteria is not always the most delicious. We have a very wide selection, but since it is prepared in large quantities, the flavour is not the best. Often I opt for a salad or sandwich. Otherwise, I love my school!

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  13. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are very conservative and yet friendly and open to others.

    Read all  7 answers

Student Body

Students

62%

female

38%

male

1,831

Total Undergrad Enrollment

414

Total Grad Students

10%

Out-Of-State

89%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

29

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

45%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
4%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
84%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Mount Vernon Nazarene University receive some sort of financial aid. 40% were awarded federal grants. While 70% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$18,879

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,400

Books and Supplies

$7,550

Room and Board

27,829

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$17,432
$30 - $48K
$14,108
$48 - $75K
$16,748
$75 - $110K
$18,245
$110K & UP
$21,525

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