Our program is built on amazing labs and hands-on experiences that allow you to explore the world of biology, discovering the beauty and complexity of God’s created world. Our expert professors have a passion for the nature of science and the complexity of teaching about our natural world. You’ll find the small classes, close relationships with PhD faculty, essential friendships with fellow students and a faith perspective that is a perfect fit.
A graduate will complete all Kansas requirements for teacher certification. Our faculty will also help you find out how to become certified in other states. This degree also prepares you for future study in graduate and medical schools.
You will learn to communicate complex ideas to other people through hands-on laboratory classes, student teaching an outdoor field experiments.
Whether you go on to teach biology in a high school or a university, design educational media or work in the field as an interpreter of nature, you will first learn about the natural world by studying zoology, botany, microbiology, genetics, ecology and chemistry. You’ll also study how people grow and learn, and how to engage students in research and hands-on study.
Students in this major will be provided a new iPad to increase their learning experience.
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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: 42-50
Major Requirements:47
Professional Education: 52-64
Total: 126+
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.
Now accepting applications from seniors in high school or college transfers who are interested in starting at MNU in Fall of 2025.
Now accepting early action application from juniors in high school! Applicants with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.75 (weighted or unweighted) will be considered for provisional admission with priority consideration for our honors program and performing arts scholarships.
*Some exceptions made on case by case basis
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Olathe, KS 66062-1899
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