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
Una Voce set to perform spring concert
Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Una Voce Chamber Choir will present a spring concert on Saturday, April 12, at 11 a.m. at The historic Quarry Chapel, 10930 Quarry Road, Gambier, Ohio. The concert is free and open to the public.
Schnormeier Gallery to host Myths & Perception
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is pleased to announce the upcoming exhibits, Myths & Perception — Sam Cook Senior Exhibit — in conjunction with the MVNU Art & Design Exhibit. These exhibitions will be held at Schnormeier Gallery from March 24 to April 4.