Tuition, housing, meal plans, and additional fees are all important parts of planning for college. This page outlines estimated direct and indirect costs for traditional undergraduate students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Our goal is to make these costs easy to understand so students and families can plan confidently.
Need help navigating scholarships, financial aid, or payment options? Our Financial Aid and Admissions teams are here to support you through the process.
Questions about costs or financial aid? Contact the Admissions Office for assistance.
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Comprehensive Tuition per Semester (12–17 hrs) | $19,560 |
| Comprehensive Tuition per Year (12–17 hrs) | $39,120 |
| Tuition per Hour Under 12 hrs | $1,360 |
| Tuition per Hour Over 17 hrs | $1,170 |
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Technology Fee (per semester) | $500 |
| Student Development Fee (per semester) | $100 |
| Enrollment Deposit | $100 |
| Housing Deposit | $100 |
| Private Lesson Fee (per hour + tuition) [3] | $300 |
| Lab/Clinical Course Fee (varies by course) | $45 – $750 |
| Nursing Clinical Fee (varies each semester, total program $5,600) | $400 – $2,000 |
| Student Teaching Fee | $235 |
| International Student Teaching | Varies |
| Nursing Clinical Compliance Fee (charged once during the Nursing degree program) | $200 |
| Nursing Testing Fee (includes a 3-day Live Review for the NCLEX-RN©) | $963 |
| Credit by Exam (per credit hour) | $50 |
| Advanced Placement Assessment (per credit hour) | $50 |
| Audit Fee (per credit hour) | $175 |
| Directed Study Fee (per course) | $80 |
| Charge | Residence Hall | Apartment Style |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly 19 Meals + Housing | $6,466 | $6,818 |
| Block 90 Meals + Housing | $4,849 | $5,201 |
| Weekly 19 Meals | $2,980 | |
| Block 90 Meals (eligible after completing 88 hrs.) | $1,363 | |
| Residential Hall Style* | $3,486 | |
| Apartment | $3,838 | |
| Single Room (additional) | $1,707 | |
| Residential Hall – Single Room | $5,193 | |
| Apartment – Single Room [2] | $5,545 |
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Summer Term per Credit Hour | $215 |
| Summer Housing (per day) | $25 |
See Cashier’s Office for additional summer tuition information.
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Replacement ID | $15 |
| Parking Sticker | $5 |
| Late Payment Charge | $30 |
| Service Charge | 1.25% / Month |
| Final Exam Schedule Change | $25 |
| Health Insurance (optional) – Fall | $877** |
| Health Insurance (optional) – Spring | $1,215** |
[1] Commuter students can load funds onto their MNU ID card for use in the dining hall and other campus facilities. Please see Pioneer College Caterers staff for more information.
[2] Single room availability is limited. Rooms are reserved first for students with documented special needs. Single room fees apply to the lowest-cost room offered in the designated building/living area, regardless of reason for single room need.
[3] Private music lessons are not refundable after the first week of the semester.
Health Insurance Note: Health insurance amounts listed are based on 2025–2026 rates. Updated 2026–2027 amounts are in process.
Questions? Contact the Cashier’s Office at studentaccounts@mnu.edu or 913-971-3504.
| Estimated Indirect Cost | On Campus | Off Campus | With Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off Campus Food & Housing | N/A | $15,220 | $4,870 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,512 | $1,512 | $1,512 |
| Transportation | $1,680 | $3,220 | $3,220 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $7,256 | $7,256 | $7,256 |
| Student Loan Fees | $74 | $74 | $74 |
| Total Estimated Indirect Costs | $10,522 | $27,282 | $16,932 |
Federal regulations require colleges to provide estimates for indirect costs to attend college. These costs are not billed by MNU, and many may be incurred whether attending college or not. MNU bases estimates on the College Board’s moderate expense budget. Actual costs vary by student.
Indirect costs may include transportation expenses (such as auto insurance, maintenance, and fuel) and personal expenses (such as uninsured medical or dental expenses, telephone bills, clothing, cleaning supplies, and hygiene products).
We offer flexible and affordable degree programs that fit your needs. See how your MNU team can help you customize your education.
