C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
52/100 · earnings-weighted

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050
Mount Vernon Nazarene University campus, Mount Vernon, OH
Mount Vernon Nazarene University campus, Mount Vernon, OH. Photo: Mvnu1968, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 64%
Outcomes
B+
76/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
D
30/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,845
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
84%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$49,555
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,046
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
68.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,131
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
30.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 50% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 40th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,303$74,527-16%#894 of 966#850$23,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$51,899$63,714-7%#645 of 1176#488$23,218
Biology—$59,219+4%#367 of 841#248$27,000
Social Work$37,979$51,766+-0%#210 of 420#140$25,000
Design and Applied Arts—$40,641-21%#264 of 299#248—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$32,508$38,069-26%#341 of 345#339$25,559
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$35,268$38,001-20%#662 of 680#658$26,615

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Mount Vernon Nazarene University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $252,878
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,321/mo — vs ~$672/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 43037 (4.4% cap, Gambier)

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🏆 Where Mount Vernon Nazarene University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#11
Religious Education
of 11 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $25,309 $25,309
Room $6,044
Board $3,952
Total Cost (On-Campus) $51,420 $51,420

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
69%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,845
Total Students
60%
Women
68%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 86%
Hispanic 4%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 6%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 68%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mount Vernon Nazarene University?
Mount Vernon Nazarene University has an acceptance rate of 84%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Mount Vernon Nazarene University?
Tuition at Mount Vernon Nazarene University is $25,309 for in-state students and $25,309 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Mount Vernon Nazarene University?
The graduation rate at Mount Vernon Nazarene University is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Mount Vernon Nazarene University a good school?
Mount Vernon Nazarene University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Mount Vernon Nazarene University?
Mount Vernon Nazarene University has a total enrollment of 1,845 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology