Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Great Lakes Region
Small Town Campus Setting
Small Size
1,631 Undergrad Enrollment
12:1 Student:Faculty
Doctoral Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards
800 Martinsburg Rd. - Mount Vernon, OH 43050
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From Mount Vernon Nazarene University

At Mount Vernon Nazarene University, "To Seek to Learn is to Seek to Serve." This mindset has created a dynamic, caring community of students and faculty who challenge each other and facilitate learning and growth. MVNU exists to shape lives through educating the whole person.

A private, four-year, Christian liberal arts college located north of Columbus, Ohio, MVNU is known for its spacious residence halls, a beautiful 327-acre campus and state-of-the-art athletic facilities. MVNU offers more than 20 educational travel opportunities; in the past few years, students have traveled to Turkey, Israel, Belize, Costa Rica and Italy.

MVNU offers its more than 1,200 traditional undergraduate students and 2,200 total students a choice of over 80 degree programs, including one of the best teacher education programs in the state of Ohio. Some of the most popular majors are biology, business, education, nursing and social work. MVNU’s student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1. The average tenure of full-time professors is 16 years.

Neighborhood

Mount Vernon Nazarene University's campus sits on the outskirts of Mount Vernon, Ohio, offering a quieter, more residential setting while remaining close to local amenities including restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues within a short drive. The surrounding area provides a small-town atmosphere with easy access to the charming downtown Mount Vernon district, where students can find cafes, boutiques, and cultural attractions. While the campus location emphasizes a peaceful study environment, students benefit from the proximity to both local conveniences and the broader resources of central Ohio, including Columbus just 40 miles away.
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Admissions & Enrollment

2025-26 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Regular Decision Jul 30, 2026  
Test scores: Not required
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 12 963 - 1228  
ACT 73 18 - 25  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 1,134 43 % 56 % -
Number admitted 956 42 % 57 % 1 %
Number enrolled 272 44 % 55 % -
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Majors & Degrees

Associate
Bachelor’s
Master’s
Top 10 in enrollment
Top 5 in enrollment
Top 10 based on enrollment
Top 5 based on enrollment
Area of Study Major Assoc. Bachelor Master
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Biology/Biological Sciences
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Accounting
Business Administration and Management
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Project Management
Finance
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Digital Marketing
Marketing/Marketing Management
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs Communication and Media Studies
Communication
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Programming/Programmer
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Education Education
Education
Special Education and Teaching
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Engineering Computer Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
English Language and Literature/Letters English Language and Literature
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Spanish Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Nursing Education
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
History American History (United States)
History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services Criminal Justice and Corrections
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities General Studies
Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Philosophy and Religious Studies Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Physical Sciences Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Psychology Psychology
Public Administration and Social Service Professions Public Administration
Social Work
Social Sciences Political Science and Government
Theology and Religious Vocations Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies
Religious Education
Worship Ministry
Theology/Theological Studies
Visual and Performing Arts Graphic Design
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
Fine/Studio Arts
Music Performance
Music

Athletics

NAIA Division I
Sport Men Women
All Track Combined
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Golf
Lacrosse
Other Sports
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field, Indoor
Track and Field, Outdoor
Track and Field, X-Country
Volleyball

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Mission Statement

Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the whole person and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service.