University of Nebraska at Omaha
About University of Nebraska at Omaha
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UNO is a public university in Omaha, Nebraska. It is a metropolitan university with strong programs in IT, criminal justice, aviation, and business, and has a close relationship with Offutt Air Force Base.
Founded
1908
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Students
14,704
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
87%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
47.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,718
Out-of-state: $23,206
Avg Net Price
$13,441
After financial aid
SAT Average
1120
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$53,909
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$45
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Nebraska at Omaha accepts the majority of applicants at 87%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1120/ 1600
Average: 1120 out of 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.9%
4-Year Grad
25%
6-Year Grad
52%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
55.8%
$/Student
$10.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 25% graduation rate is below average, but 77.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,718
In-State
$23,206
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,130
Books & Supplies
$1,226
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,120
After Financial Aid
$13,441
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,534
Receive Grants
34.7%
Take Loans
26.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $21,120/yr for in-state students, including $12,130 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $13,441. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $23,206.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Nebraska at Omaha fund their education.
While in School
34.7%
Get Grants
Free money
26.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$46,908
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$201/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 26.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Gender
55.5%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,488
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,216
Graduates
34.8%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
17.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 34.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
11,488
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Nebraska at Omaha fields 10 varsity teams with 406 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
The Summit League
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
406
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
42% / 58%
170
Men
236
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Nebraska at Omahaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$53,909
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
306 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$39K
242 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
152 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$36K
133 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$36K
119 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$74K
102 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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