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Athletics

COMPETITIVE – DISCIPLINE – FAMILY – INTEGRITY – PASSION

Never Surrender

MidAmerica Nazarene University is committed to five core covenants that are the foundation for every Pioneer team, student athlete, coach, administrator, and campus community member. These core covenants are visible throughout MNU athletics and extend beyond the playing field.

Competitive

Discipline

Family

Integrity

Passion

Team Sports

MNU features athletic teams in Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track & Field, Volleyball, and Weightlifting.

Tickets

Cheer the Pioneers on to victory by purchasing season tickets or single-game tickets.

Eligibility

Want to become a Pioneer? Here are the steps to get started:

Prospective student-athletes are encouraged to fill out the recruiting form for the sport or sports they are interested in playing at MNU (baseball, basketball (m), basketball (w), cheerleading, cross country/track & field, football, soccer (m), soccer (w), softball, volleyball). The information will be delivered directly to the head coach for the respective sport. Also, feel free to contact any MNU coach via email or phone. Contact information can be found in the Staff Directory section of the MNU Sports site.

All prospective student-athletes are required to complete an Undergraduate Admissions application and go through the regular admissions process. Applications are available online. If you are interested in becoming a MNU student we strongly encourage you to browse Undergraduate Admissions to learn more about MNU and see if we are a good fit for you!

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Eligibility Center is responsible for determining the eligibility of first-time NAIA student-athletes. For more information, check out this PDF or visit http://www.playnaia.com.

    1. Submit your profile at http://www.playnaia.com 

    2. Send all required documents to the NAIA Eligibility Center (and make sure they’re received); and

    3. Share your Eligibility Center ID# with the college coach.

To get in the game, make sure you complete the “Big 3” at least two full weeks before your first practice!

We look forward to you joining our team!

Featured Degrees

Counseling session
Master of Arts in Counseling
Develop the knowledge and skills to be an exceptional professional counselor
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MAC - Marriage, Couple, & Family Counseling
Train to help foster communication and build trusting relationships
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MAC - School Counseling +
Help students navigate academic challenges, career planning, mental health resources and times of crisis
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MAC - Clinical Mental Health
Deliver professional counseling services in a clinical environment
Faith counseling
MAC - Christian Faith & Counseling
Enhance your degree with an emphasis in Christian faith & counseling
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Postgraduate Play Therapy Certificate
Learn to help clients express themselves through play
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Graduate Sexual Addictions Treatment Provider Certificate
Designed to train providers from a faith-based perspective
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Postgraduate Trauma Therapy Certificate
Deepen your capacity to serve those impacted by trauma

Events

December Virtual Financial Aid Seminar
Online
Dec 13, 2025 @ 10:00am
to Dec 13, 2025 @ 11:00am
Are you a parent or student wondering how best to navigate the college financial aid process? Join our admissions staff for our Virtual Financial Aid Seminar, where you will be provided with tools for college financial planning.
November Virtual Financial Aid Seminar
Online
Nov 8, 2025 @ 10:00am
to Nov 8, 2025 @ 11:00am
Are you a parent or student wondering how best to navigate the college financial aid process? Join our admissions staff for our Virtual Financial Aid Seminar, where you will be provided with tools for college financial planning.
October Virtual Financial Aid Seminar
Online
Oct 11, 2025 @ 10:00am
to Oct 11, 2025 @ 11:00am
Are you a parent or student wondering how best to navigate the college financial aid process? Join our admissions staff for our Virtual Financial Aid Seminar, where you will be provided with tools for college financial planning.
September Virtual Financial Aid Seminar
Online
Sep 20, 2025 @ 10:00am
to Sep 20, 2025 @ 11:00am
Are you a parent or student wondering how best to navigate the college financial aid process? Join our admissions staff for our Virtual Financial Aid Seminar, where you will be provided with tools for college financial planning.
MWROC Festival - Rock Orchestra Concert Finale Event
Bell Cultural Events Center
Jul 18, 2025 @ 7:00pm
to Jul 18, 2025 @ 8:00pm
International Rock Orchestra Concert Finale Event featuring over 150 musicians and singers on one stage!
MWROC Festival - The Mark Wood Experience, Tracy Silverman, and Haydn Vitera
Bell Cultural Events Center
Jul 17, 2025 @ 7:00pm
to Jul 17, 2025 @ 8:00pm
This powerful group stars Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s original string master and powerhouse vocalist Laura Kaye performing exciting and original songs and music by other classic rock legends. Tracy Silverman is one of the world’s foremost electric violin soloists, bringing concert hall legitimacy to this next-generation instrument. Haydn Vitera is one of the amazing Artist Mentors on our Electrify Your Symphony team and we’re thrilled to welcome him back this year!