Peru State Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,433
- Out-of-State Tuition: $8,433
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Peru State:
- Total Enrollment: 1,492, including 557 online students
- 1,308 Undergraduate, 184 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 43.7% men, 56.3% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 38%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 33%. A significant portion of students transfer to other institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 64%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 44 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 9 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 3 graduate-level programs offered.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
Peru State Overview
Peru State College (Peru State) is a four-year, public school located in Peru, NE. It is classified as Master's College and University with medium programs by Carnegie Classification
The Peru State's tuition & fees is $8,433 for Nebraska residents and $8,433 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 64% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,679.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,492 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Peru State ranked 12nd in Nebraska Colleges rankings. Peru State College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Peru State College is $8,433 for in-state students and $8,433 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $9,600 for in-state students and $9,600 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,589 for Nebraska residents and $8,589 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,796 for Nebraska residents and $9,796 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,433 | $8,433 |
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| Graduate | $9,600 | $9,600 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,589 | $8,589 |
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| Graduate | $9,796 | $9,796 |
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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
Peru State College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Peru State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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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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