Where meaning meets momentum
Find Belonging and Make an Impact
Students who attend Mount Vernon Nazarene University are looking for more than just a job after graduation. They want to change the world with the love of Christ.
If you're looking for a true vocation — a path that brings together your God-given gifts and skills and the needs of the world around you — here, you'll find it.
On-Campus
A close-knit, Christ-centered community with a vibrant campus life.
Online
The same meaningful MVNU experience with a more flexible schedule.
Dual Enrollment
Want to earn college credits in high school? We've got you.
Centered in Christ
At Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Christ is at the center of who we are. Through diverse learning experiences on and off campus, you'll grow not only in knowledge but also in Christlikeness - developing the character, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills needed to make a difference. Here, faith shapes the way we learn, the way we live, and the way we lead. We want to equip you to live with purpose and succeed wherever God may lead you.
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Featured News
Schnormeier Gallery features MVNU senior art students
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 25, 2023) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Schnormeier Gallery is proud to present Reclamation – Senior Art Exhibit. This exhibit will be on display in the gallery through May 4, 2023. Gallery Talks given by the seniors will take place at the gallery on Thursday, April 27, at 5 p.m., followed…
MVNU students shine during Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creative Works
Twenty-one Mount Vernon Nazarene University students presented research and creative work during the conference-style presentations on April 5.