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Fall 2025-26 Term

AUGUST 2025

August 11-15: Faculty Opening Week
August 18: Semester Starts*
August 18: Registration Day (No classes for Traditional Students)
August 22: Enrollment Ends (Session A)
August 27: Enrollment Ends (Full semester)

SEPTEMBER 2025

September 1: Labor Day Break (No Classes)
September 15: Census Day
September 19: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session A)

OCTOBER 2025

October 3: Homecoming Capel
October 3-5: Homecoming
October 10: Fall Break (No traditional classes)
October 10: Mid-Semester Grades (for full semester classes)
October 12: Classes End (Session A)
October 13: Classes Begin (Session B)
October 17: Grades Due (Session A)
October 20: Enrollment Ends (Session B)
October 20: Spring Priority Registration Begins
October 27: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Full semester)

NOVEMBER 2025

November 14: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session B)
November 24: College Withdrawal Deadline
November 26-28: Thanksgiving Recess (No Classes)

DECEMBER 2025

December 5: Finals Preparation
December 8-10: Final Examinations
December 12: Semester Ends
December 17: Grades Due (Full semester/Session B)

*Full semester courses run the full 16 weeks of the semester. Session A courses occur during the first 8 weeks and Session B courses occur during the second 8 weeks of the semester.

Spring 2025-26 Term

JANUARY 2026

January 5: Semester Starts*
January 5: Registration Day (No classes for Traditional Students)
January 9: Enrollment Ends (Session A)
January 14: Enrollment Ends (for full term)
January 19: Martin Luther King Day (No Classes)

FEBRUARY 2026

February 2: Census Day
February 6: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session A)
February 27: Mid-Semester Grades (Full semester classes)

MARCH 2026

March 1: Classes End (Session A)
March 2: Classes Begin (Session B)
March 6: Grades Due (Session A)
March 9: Enrollment Ends (Session B)
March 16: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Full Semester)
March 16-20: Spring Break (No Classes)
March 23: Fall/Summer Priority Registration Begins

APRIL 2026

April 2: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session B)
April 3-6: Easter Break (No Classes)
April 10: President’s Honors
April 13: College Withdrawal Deadline
April 13-17: Week of Scholarship
April 28: Finals Preparation (No classes for Traditional Students)
April 29-May 1: Final Examinations

MAY 2026

May 2: Commencement/Trad. Undergrad (10am)
May 2: Commencement/Prof. & Graduate (3pm)
May 3: Semester Ends
May 7: Faculty Development (9-3pm)
May 8: Grades Due (Full Semester/ Session B)

*Full semester courses run the full 16 weeks of the semester. Session A courses occur during the first 8 weeks and Session B courses occur during the second 8 weeks of the semester.

Summer 2025-26 Term

MAY 2026

May 4: Semester Starts*
May 9: Pioneer Days #1
May 11: Enrollment Ends (Session A)
May 13: Enrollment Ends (Full Semester)
May 25: Memorial Day (No Classes)

JUNE 2026

June 5: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session A)
June 6: Pioneer Days #2
June 20: Pioneer Days #3
June 21: Courses End (Session A)
June 22: Courses Start (Session B)
June 26: Grades Due (Session A)
June 29: Enrollment Ends (Session B)

JULY 2026

July 4: Independence Day (No Classes)
July 13: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Full Semester)
July 23: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session B)

AUGUST 2026

August 9: Semester Ends
August 14: Grades Due (Full Semester/ Session B)

*Full semester courses run the full 16 weeks of the semester. Session A courses occur during the first 8 weeks and Session B courses occur during the second 8 weeks of the semester.

Fall 2026-27 Term

These dates are subject to change.

AUGUST 2026

August 10-14: Faculty Opening Week
August 17: Semester Starts*
August 17: Registration Day (No classes for Traditional Students)
August 21: Enrollment Ends (Session A)
August 26: Enrollment Ends (Full semester)

SEPTEMBER 2026

September 7: Labor Day Break (No Classes)
September 14: Census Day
September 18: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session A)

OCTOBER 2026

TBD: Homecoming Capel
TBD: Homecoming
October 9: Fall Break (No traditional classes)
October 9: Mid-Semester Grades (for full semester classes)
October 11: Classes End (Session A)
October 12: Classes Begin (Session B)
October 16: Grades Due (Session A)
October 19: Enrollment Ends (Session B)
October 19: Spring Priority Registration Begins
October 26: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Full semester)

NOVEMBER 2026

November 13: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session B)
November 16: College Withdrawal Deadline
November 25-27: Thanksgiving Recess (No Classes)

DECEMBER 2026

December 4: Finals Preparation
December 7-9: Final Examinations
December 11: Semester Ends
December 16: Grades Due (Full semester/ Session B)

*Full semester courses run the full 16 weeks of the semester. Session A courses occur during the first 8 weeks and Session B courses occur during the second 8 weeks of the semester.

Spring 2026-27 Term

These dates are subject to change.

JANUARY 2027

January 11: Semester Starts*
January 11: Registration Day (No classes for Traditional Students)
January 15: Enrollment Ends (Session A)
January 18: Martin Luther King Day (No Classes)
January 20: Enrollment Ends (for full term)

FEBRUARY 2027

February 8: Census Day
February 12: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session A)

MARCH 2027

March 5: Mid-Semester Grades (Full semester classes)
March 7: Classes End (Session A)
March 8: Classes Begin (Session B)
March 12: Grades Due (Session A)
March 15: Enrollment Ends (Session B)
March 15-19: Spring Break (No Classes, Tentative)
March 22: Fall/Summer Priority Registration Begins
March 22: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Full Semester)
March 26-29: Easter Break (No Classes)

APRIL 2027

April 9: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session B)
April 9: President’s Honors
April 12-16: Week of Scholarship
April 19: College Withdrawal Deadline

MAY 2027

May 4: Finals Preparation (No classes for Traditional Students)
May 5-7: Final Examinations
May 8: Commencement/Trad. Undergrad (10am)
May 8: Commencement/Prof. & Graduate (3pm)
May 9: Semester Ends
May 13: Faculty Development (9-3pm)
May 14: Grades Due (Full Semester/ Session B)

*Full semester courses run the full 16 weeks of the semester. Session A courses occur during the first 8 weeks and Session B courses occur during the second 8 weeks of the semester.

Summer 2026-27 Term

These dates are subject to change.

MAY 2027

May 10: Semester Starts*
May 1 or 15: Pioneer Days #1 (TBD)
May 14: Enrollment Ends (Session A)
May 19: Enrollment Ends (Full Semester)
May 31: Memorial Day (No Classes)

JUNE 2027

June 5: Pioneer Days #2
June 11: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session A)
June 19: Pioneer Days #3
June 27: Courses End (Session A)
June 28: Courses Start (Session B)

JULY 2027

July 2: Grades Due (Session A)
July 4: Independence Day (No Classes)
July 5: Enrollment Ends (Session B)
July 19: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Full semester)
July 30: Class Withdrawal Deadline (Session B)

AUGUST 2027

August 15: Semester Ends
August 20: Grades Due (Full Semester/ Session B)

*Full semester courses run the full 16 weeks of the semester. Session A courses occur during the first 8 weeks and Session B courses occur during the second 8 weeks of the semester.

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CATALOG

Dr. David Spittal

President

EdD; Educational Administration (Higher Education/Public Relations), Ball State University
MSE; Music, Ball State University
BS; Music & Art Education, Ball State University

Dr. David Spittal has been the president of MidAmerica Nazarene University since 2012. Under his leadership, the university is striving to reach the next level of God-honoring excellence.

Prior to coming to MNU, Dr. Spittal served as president of Southern Wesleyan University in Central, S.C., from 1994 to 2011. During his 17-year tenure, the university experienced historic growth and expanded to five campuses and learning centers. His work led SWU to strengthen and build relationships with the local and regional community.

An influential member of the local community, Dr. Spittal serves on various councils and boards including the Council of Advisors of the Olathe Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trustees for the Kansas Independent College Association and Kansas Independent College Fund. He is a member of the USA/Canada Council of Education of the Church of the Nazarene.

He and his wife Donna have two grown sons and six grandchildren.

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Cleveland University-Kansas City Cooperative Program:

Accelerated pathway to becoming a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine
Acceptance into Cleveland for all students who complete appropriate coursework at MNU with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Specialized advisor for students of MNU who intends to pursue professional study at Cleveland.

To qualify for program entry at MNU students must:

Desire to pursue a career in Chiropractic Medicine
Major in Kinesiology

To qualify for program entry at Cleveland students must:

Complete an application to Cleveland 6 months in advance of desired entrance date.
Complete a minimum of 99 hours of an undergraduate degree at MNU.
Maintain a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Complete all coursework as outlined in the agreement between MNU and Cleveland.

Other restrictions and qualifications may apply.

For additional information, contact Leigh Kreshel at lakreshel@mnu.edu

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program:

Preference points on application into a highly competitive program.
Mission alignment between Southwest Baptist University and MNU.

To qualify for the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program students must:

Have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
Complete the GRE
Complete the PT application through PTCAS
Provide documentation of 40 hours observation in physical therapy.
Complete selected prerequisite courses with a minimum of “C” and a 3.25 prerequisite GPA.

Your adviser will work with you to ensure that you take the required prerequisite courses to qualify for this program.

For additional information, contact Leigh Kreshel at lakreshel@mnu.edu

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science cooperative program:

3+2 Option: Students spend 3 years at MNU and then transfer to WashU for 2 years to earn an undergraduate engineering degree from WashU and a bachelor’s degree from MNU, or
3+3 Option: Students spend 3 years at MNU and then transfer to WashU for 3 years to earn an undergraduate engineering degree from WashU, a bachelor’s degree from MNU, plus a master’s in engineering from WashU.
Combines the best of MNU with the strength of a top engineering school
Students participating in the 3+3 options receive a 50-60% tuition discount at WashU
GRE is not required for admission

To qualify for entry into the program at MNU students must:

Enter the program at MNU at the beginning of the freshman year through the application process
Maintain an overall GPA of 3.25 or better in science and mathematics courses
Meet regularly with the MNU pre-professional committee

To qualify for program completion at WashU students must:

Complete all General Education requirements at MNU
Complete a minimum of 90 credit hours of transferable college credit
Complete the following courses:
- Chemistry: one semester of general chemistry with lab
- Computer Programming: One course or certified proficiency in a high-level language
- English Composition: One course or certified proficiency
- Humanities and Social Sciences: At least 15 hours (see WashU website for specific prerequisites)
- Mathematics: See WashU website for specific prerequisites
- Physics: One year calculus-based physics with lab
See WashU website for department-specific prerequisites

To learn more about program offerings at MNU and degree specific prerequisites, visit engineering.wustl.edu/dualdegree

Other restrictions and qualifications may apply.

For additional information, contact Craig Masters at cmasters@mnu.edu

Give Online

To make a one-time or recurring gift, please use our secure online form.

Recurring gifts are processed on the 10th or 25th of each month. You may modify a recurring gift at any time by calling our office.

Give Crypto

Why Do We Accept Cryptocurrency Donations?

MidAmerica Nazarene University Foundation recognizes the growing significance of cryptocurrency in today’s economy. Donors may find it beneficial to make cryptocurrency contributions and should consult their tax advisor regarding how these donations may fit into their tax strategy.

Why Donate Cryptocurrency?

For donors in the United States, the IRS has classified cryptocurrency as a form of property. This means that when you donate Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, such as the MNU Foundation, you may be required to pay capital gains tax on donated cryptocurrency and still be able to claim a deduction for your gift. Please consult your tax advisor for more information.

MidAmerica Nazarene University Foundation Gift Acceptance Requirements

In accordance with the MNU Foundation Gift Acceptance Policy, all contributions of cryptocurrency are immediately converted to cash upon receipt and cannot be refunded for any reason. While we are happy to honor requests for public anonymity, donors must identify themselves when making a cryptocurrency charitable contribution.

For more information, contact Associate Vice President Christa Jenkins at ccjenkins@mnu.edu or 913.971.3607.

Make your gift through our cryptocurrency partner.

Give Securities

To transfer securities to the MNU Foundation electronically via the Depository Trust Company (DTC), please provide the following information to your broker:

Charles Schwab

DTC #: 0164
Account Holder: MidAmerica Nazarene University Foundation
Account Number: 4867-1893

It is our desire to appropriately acknowledge the generosity of our donors in a timely and accurate manner. To assist with the identification of your gift, please ask your broker to include your name and address in the DTC transfer instructions. In addition, please notify our Associate Vice President, Christa Jenkins, of your gift and intended designation via email at ccjenkins@mnu.edu or by phone at 913.971.3607.

As soon as a securities gift is received and matched to a donor, the MNU Foundation will send an acknowledgment letter stating the nature of the gift, the gift valuation date, and the gift valuation amount.

Give by Mail

Checks should be made payable to MNU Foundation and the designation should be included in the memo line. Mail to University Advancement, 2030 E. College Way, Olathe, KS 66062.

Employer Matching

Many companies and corporate foundations encourage their employees’ philanthropic efforts by matching their contributions to non-profit organizations such as MidAmerica Nazarene University. Some companies will even match the donations made by retirees and/or spouses, gifts of volunteering, or offer payroll deduction. In most cases, MidAmerica receives dollar-for-dollar matches. But in some cases, the company’s match doubles or triples the employee’s gift. Use the search bar below to see if your gift is eligible for employer matching!

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