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Traditional Undergraduates

The Pioneer Pledge

Peace of Mind for Your Future

Concern about paying back student loans is common. That’s why we provide the Pioneer Pledge, our loan repayment assistance program. If your income is modest after graduation, Pioneer Pledge assists with your educational loan repayments. Learn more on our financial aid pages.

A recent Forbes magazine article asserted, “If you, or the child you love, might choose a career that would make repayment so burdensome that it would curtail other early adulthood opportunities… you would be well-served to seek a college with a Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP).” Initially created to provide financial security after graduation to students interested in using their degrees in public service and other lower-paying positions, Pioneer Pledge helps MidAmerica Nazarene University graduates in all fields, should their income be less than expected, affecting their ability to repay student loans.
Sometimes students pursuing certain career fields know they may earn less in the first few years after graduation. Some expect to complete internships. Others going into ministry or other service careers are concerned about repaying debt. Pioneer Pledge lets them follow their educational and career passion, with peace of mind. Upon graduation, the program works directly with eligible MNU graduates to help repay their loans, either until they reach a point of financial stability, or their loans are repaid entirely.

The loan repayment assistance program covers:

  • Federal Direct Loans (subsidized and unsubsidized)
  • Parent Plus Loans
  • Private Loans originated through MNU’s Financial Aid Office
  • Up to $80,000 in total loans

Pioneer Pledge enables prospective students to attend their first-choice colleges without worry and provides a safety-net allowing them to pursue their desired career after graduation.

  • All MNU incoming traditional freshmen and eligible transfer students enrolled in the Pioneer Pledge program who have student loans Enroll at mylrap.org/MNU
  • Must graduate with a traditional undergraduate bachelor’s degree from MNU within 6 years
  • After graduation:
    • Must be employed an average of 30 hours/week and earn less than $50,000/year
    • Must work in the U.S. and cannot be working for family

MNU Scholarships

For Traditional Undergraduates

Your education is one of the most important investments you will ever make. At MNU nearly 100% of new students qualify for financial assistance that greatly reduces the actual cost of an MNU education.

Based on GPA students are eligible for an academic scholarship of up to $14,000. Test scores are not required,
but they may increase your academic award.

Performing Arts
Students interested in performing in any of our choir, band, or theatre productions can audition for
scholarships. Students pursuing any of our Performing Arts majors will qualify for additional scholarships.

Ministry Scholarships
Freshmen ministry majors may receive a $2,500 scholarship if they successfully complete first year
department requirements. Returning majors can apply for additional scholarships through the Ministry
Internship Program.

Innovation Academy (Honors)
Students with a minimum 3.5 GPA are eligible to apply to the Innovation Academy. Those admitted to the
Academy will receive a $5,000 annual award.

Students participating in MNU inter-collegiate sports may receive an athletic award. Amounts vary based upon
perceived ability and team needs.

Nazarene Legacy Scholarship
Students involved in a local Nazarene church will receive a $5,000 annual award. A recommendation from a
pastor or church leader is required.

Pastoral Dependent Scholarship
Students who are the child of a full-time pastor will receive a $3,000 annual award. Verification of employment
is required.

Church Matching Scholarship
MNU will match a church gift up to $500 annually.

In addition to qualifying for most of the other scholarships listed, transfer students all can qualify for:

Smith Merit Scholarship (will not stack with Innovation Academy) Transfer Only
Transfers who have completed at least 12 college credits with a 3.5 GPA or higher will receive a $2,000 annual
scholarship.

Kansas Community College Scholarship Transfer Only
Transfer students who have earned an associate degree from a Kansas community college will receive a $2,000
annual scholarship.

Founders Scholarship (will not stack with Nazarene Legacy Scholarship)
MNU has a rich heritage built on the strong Christian faith and pioneer spirit of our founders. Students who
exhibit this same Christian faith and spirit through service in their church and community can qualify for a
$2,500 annual scholarship. A recommendation from a pastor, Christian school teacher/administrator, or MNU
alumni is required.

Pastoral Dependent Scholarship
Students who are the child of a full-time pastor will receive a $3,000 annual award. Verification of employment
is required.

Church Matching Scholarship
MNU will match a church gift up to $500 annually.

Early College Scholarship First-Time Freshman Only
Students who enrolled in the MNU Early College or the MNU Concurrent College programs as high school
students will receive a $2,000 annual award as full-time traditional students.

Getting Started

Find Out What You Qualify For

The best way to find out which scholarships you would receive is to fill out our free application and the admissions team will work with you to discover every possible scholarship.  If you are not ready to apply, but would like to explore scholarship options please feel free to reach out to Admissions (admissions@mnu.edu) or sign up for a campus visit.

Navigate Your Admissions Journey

Find the program that’s right for you. Talk to your MNU team to customize your journey.

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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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