About Midland University
Midland University is a four-year, private, liberal arts institution of higher learning located in Fremont, Nebraska. It was founded in 1883. The school first originated in Atchison, Kansas, and later moved to Fremont in 1919. Then in 1962, Midland and Luther Junior College merged, transitioning to Midland Lutheran College. Once again, in 2010, the school adopted a new title, Midland University. Today, Midland University retains its affiliation with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. MU’s mission is for its students “to learn and lead in the world with purpose.”
Midland University offers undergraduate and graduate programs. For non-traditional students requiring greater flexibility, Midland University offers online degrees. Midland University online degrees, like all degrees at Midland, feature hands-on learning activities as an important part of the curriculum. With 100% online programs, you can earn your degree without ever stepping foot on campus.
Accreditation & Licensing
Midland University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
4-year, Private not-for-profitHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Evangelical Lutheran ChurchEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 1,572 ; Graduate: 339Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: Less than 1% ; Graduate: 95%Graduation Rate:
43%Transfer Rate:
31%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$52,163Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$26,134Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
88%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$27,667Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Midland University is located in Nebraska
Nebraska at a Glance:

Top Majors in Nebraska:
Top Incentives in Nebraska:
- Nebraska Opportunity Grant: Up to $3,000 annually
Top Career Pathways in Nebraska:
- Entry Level: Operations Manager ($55,000)
- Mid Level: Agricultural Director ($85,000)
- Senior Level: Executive Director ($130,000+)
- Required Education: BS Agricultural Business
- Certifications: CCA, CPAg

