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University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE 4 year Public
Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 6,936
Student to faculty ratio 16 to 1
Acceptance rate 81%
Students retention rate 80%
On-time graduation rate 66%

Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, UNL is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 81% indicates that UNL is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

UNL boasts an impressive student retention rate of 80% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 72%, respectively.

  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing
  • Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

81.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$9,872

Cost of attendance at University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2022 for students from Nebraska.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Nebraska's average $8,189
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$27,002

Cost of attendance at University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Nebraska's average $14,355
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 96 of freshman students at University of Nebraska-Lincoln received on average $8,608 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,608
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,208 26% $4,489 $5,422,300
Other Federal Grant 2,119 45% $3,423 $7,253,009
State Grant/Scholarships 747 16% $2,188 $1,634,679
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 4,392 93% $6,849 $30,081,503
Total Grant & Scholarships 4,527 96% $8,608 $38,969,191

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Nebraska-Lincoln students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Nebraska-Lincoln students is 66.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 70.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 62.8%.

66.4%

  • asian 69.9% 79 students
  • African American 41.0% 64 students
  • white 68.6% 2,480 students
  • unknown 64.3% 36 students
  • hispanic 57.3% 172 students
  • International Students 72.4% 144 students
  • Mixed Race 50.6% 79 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Big Ten Conference
  • Baseball Big Ten Conference
  • Basketball Big Ten Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Big Ten Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Navy
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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