UNL Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 87.49%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1200. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,434
- Out-of-State Tuition: $28,584
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UNL:
- Total Enrollment: 24,393, including 1,697 online students
- 19,701 Undergraduate, 4,692 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 49.5% men, 50.5% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 67%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 3%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 86%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 288 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 43 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 117 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UNL Overview
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) is a four-year, public school located in Lincoln, NE. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UNL's tuition & fees is $10,434 for Nebraska residents and $28,584 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 85% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,570.
The school has a total enrollment of 24,393 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
UNL's acceptance rate is 87.49% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 29.79%. The median SAT score is 1200 and the ACT score is 24.
UNL ranked 109th in National Universities and 1st in Nebraska Colleges rankings. University of Nebraska-Lincoln is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Nebraska-Lincoln is $10,434 for in-state students and $28,584 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,434 for in-state students and $20,944 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,771 for Nebraska residents and $29,445 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,709 for Nebraska residents and $21,589 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,434 | $28,584 |
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| Graduate | $8,434 | $20,944 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,771 | $29,445 |
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| Graduate | $8,709 | $21,589 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UNL
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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