Doane University and University of Nebraska-Lincoln are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Doane is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Crete, NE and UNL is a four-year, public school located in Lincoln, NE.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Doane University | vs. | University of Nebraska-Lincoln |
|---|---|---|
| Crete, Nebraska | Location | Lincoln, Nebraska |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $41,985 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$10,434
Out-Of-State$28,584 |
| 78% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 85% |
| $28,692 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,570 |
| 98.01 % | Acceptance Rates | 87.49 % |
| 20.50 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 29.79 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,200 |
| - | ACT Score | 24 |
| 57 % | Graduation Rate | 67 % |
| 30 % | Transfer-out Rate | 3 % |
| 79 % | Retention Rate | 86 % |
| 1,985 | Student Population | 24,393 |
| 97 | Number of Faculties | 1,296 |
| 11 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |