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
MVNU celebrates 540 graduates during in-person commencement
Mount Vernon Nazarene University applauded the hard work and tenacity of 540 graduates during the university’s 61st commencement on April 24 and 25.
MVNU events empower, educate students on abuse
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (April 28, 2023) — In collaboration with New Directions, a local sexual assault and domestic violence support center, Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Office of Civil Rights hosted its annual Take Back the Night events in April. This series consisted of three evenings of education and empowerment and brought awareness to the topics…