Rigorous courses of study, state-of-the-art facilities, subject matter experts in the classroom, academic partnerships with regional hospitals, hands-on learning, and excellent career preparation — current students and recent grads alike sang the praises of MNU’s School of Nursing in the 2025 Niche rankings of Best Colleges in America. MNU was ranked the top nursing school in Kansas and #2 in the KC metro area.
Nursing is a calling to promote wellness, protect health prevent illness and injury, and alleviate suffering. Nurses provide compassionate care, educate, and advocate for individuals, families, and communities.Â
MNU nursing students are highly sought by hospitals and healthcare businesses not only throughout the Kansas City area, but across the nation.
At MNU, we combine faculty expertise and state-of-the-art laboratories with your personal motivation to provide you with an unmatched opportunity for coursework and clinical completion. You will be prepared to successfully take the NCLEX-RN® exam and accomplish your ultimate goal of becoming a qualified registered nurse.
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A degree from MNU is a competitively priced, affordable option designed for students with a busy schedule. We’re here to help you find the best options to assist you as you work toward earning your degree.
General Education: 20
Nursing Prerequisites: 24-27
Required Courses: 6
Nursing Core: 60Â
Electives: 7*
120 total
*Course hours are based on MNU courses. Total hours may vary for students who transfer general education, science and prerequisite courses. Thus, the number of electives could change.
The Federal Direct Student Loan Program is an additional payment option. MNU School Code: 007032. Information and applications may be obtained from the Student Financial Aid Services Office at 913.971.3298 or finaid@mnu.edu.
Concern about paying back student loans is common. That’s why we provide the Pioneer Pledge, our loan repayment assistance program. If your income is modest after graduation, Pioneer Pledge assists with your educational loan repayments. Learn more on our financial aid pages.
Your education is one of the most important investments you will ever make. At MNU nearly 100% of new students qualify for financial assistance that greatly reduces the actual cost of an MNU education.
Your degree is an investment in your future. We have a variety of different payment options available, so you can choose the option or combination of options, that best fits your situation. The total cost will be calculated based on your program and can be divided into multiple payments.
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The mission of MidAmerica Nazarene University’s School of Nursing Virtual Patient Center is to create a safe, student-centered experiential learning environment that promotes respect, clinical judgment and critical thinking skills that align with best-practice guidelines.
The vision of MidAmerica Nazarene Universities’ Virtual Patient Center is to create a realistic, innovative healthcare environment where students engage in active learning, reflection, and personal growth to inspire and prepare professional nurses for optimal patient care.
Find the nursing program that’s right for you. Talk to your MNU team to customize your journey.
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