Seek. Learn. Serve.
Be encouraged to think deeply about matters from science to education, religion, and technology with 70+ majors and 40+ minors tailored to your interests and goals.
Find belonging.
Between service, worship opportunities, and more, you'll find a deep sense of belonging in our intentionally faith-focused community.
Invest in your future.
Graduate with less debt compared to most public universities in Ohio. Merit scholarships range up to $21,000 per year, and competitive financial aid awards are available.
“I have not experienced such a caring and intentional community anywhere else.”
Matias MalkamakiBiology & Chemistry, 2021
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Develop career skills.
Get one-on-one advising, career programs, job search resources, and interview preparation at the Career Development Center.
Achieve great things.
Join 94% of MVNU alumni who are employed or enrolled in advanced studies within one year of graduation.
Take action.
Service-learning trips, service-oriented academics, and a service-driven Christian community encourage you to make positive change.
Embrace new perspectives.
Our 13:1 student-faculty ratio and small classes allow our professors to inspire you to achieve a higher level of thinking.
Build community off campus.
Grab an ice cream cone with friends, shop at unique stores and boutiques, or enjoy coffee at Happy Bean downtown.
Go global.
Travel for service and study with increased opportunities during our two-week spring break.
Join an active campus.
Over half of MVNU students participate in intramural sports, including pickleball, flag football, sand volleyball, and ultimate Frisbee!