Nebraska Wesleyan University
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private research university in Lincoln, Nebraska, enrolling about 1,453 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 79.82% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,405 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $43,572
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,327 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 79.82% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,453 97.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 66.12%
- Average SAT Score: 1189
Nebraska Wesleyan University: what the data shows
Common questions about Nebraska Wesleyan University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Nebraska Wesleyan University is located in Lincoln, NE (ZIP 68504-2794).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University public or private?
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Nebraska Wesleyan University cost?
Published tuition: $43,572.
Average net price after aid: $18,327.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,925 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,974 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,594 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,244 |
| $110,001+ | $23,652 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $174,288.
How hard is it to get into Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Admission rate: 79.82%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1189 and midpoint ACT 26.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Total enrollment: 1,453 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Nebraska Wesleyan University?
150%-time completion rate: 66.12%.
First-year retention: 75.0%.
What do graduates of Nebraska Wesleyan University earn?
Median earnings: $47,667 six years after entry; $56,405 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,970.
33.57% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Nebraska Wesleyan University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (424 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (48 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (39 completions)
- General Psychology (39 completions)
- Social Work (34 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (28 completions)
- CIP 310504 (21 completions)
- Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (20 completions)
- CIP 310505 (20 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 79.82%; completion rate 66.12%; median earnings $56,405 at 10 years; net price $18,327. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$43,572
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Nebraska Wesleyan University was $43,572.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,327
2024 Value
In 2024 Nebraska Wesleyan University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,327.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$73,308 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,327 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$174,288 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.57% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
54.34% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Nebraska Wesleyan University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Nebraska Wesleyan University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $27,242 | $27,242 | $22,204 |
| 2014 | $28,500 | $28,500 | $20,153 |
| 2015 | $29,800 | $29,800 | $21,990 |
| 2016 | $31,394 | $31,394 | $22,719 |
| 2017 | $32,894 | $32,894 | $23,652 |
| 2018 | $34,202 | $34,202 | $23,259 |
| 2019 | $35,564 | $35,564 | $23,847 |
| 2020 | $36,854 | $36,854 | $26,295 |
| 2021 | $38,334 | $38,334 | $24,817 |
| 2022 | $39,868 | $39,868 | $23,117 |
| 2023 | $41,658 | $41,658 | $23,140 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
79.82% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1189
ACT Average: 26
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Nebraska Wesleyan University in 2024 is 1,453 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
58.32% 100% Completion Time
66.12% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 58.32% of students graduating from Nebraska Wesleyan University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Return on Investment
$26,970 Median Student Debt
$56,405 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.81% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
669.42% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 48 completions
General Biological Sciences: 39 completions
General Psychology: 39 completions
Social Work: 34 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 28 completions
CIP 31.0504: 21 completions
Parks, Recreation, & Leisure: 20 completions
CIP 31.0505: 20 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 18 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 424 completions
Most popular programs at Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Nebraska Wesleyan University graduates.
About
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private non-profit institution located in Lincoln, NE, offering 48 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,453 students. The admission rate is 79.82%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1189. The institution maintains a 66.12% graduation rate. Approximately 33.57% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Lincoln, NE 68504-2794
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Nebraska Wesleyan University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Nebraska Wesleyan University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $43,572 and average net price is $18,327 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Nebraska Wesleyan University?
The admission rate is 79.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Nebraska Wesleyan University reports midpoint SAT about 1189 and midpoint ACT about 26.
What do graduates of Nebraska Wesleyan University earn?
Median earnings are $47,667 six years after entry and $56,405 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Nebraska Wesleyan University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 66.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Nebraska Wesleyan University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,970.
How big is Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Total enrollment is about 1,453 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University public or private?
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lincoln, NE.
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University an HBCU?
No. Nebraska Wesleyan University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University a tribal college?
No. Nebraska Wesleyan University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Nebraska Wesleyan University does not meet that proxy (reported share 9.3%).
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Nebraska Wesleyan University: United Methodist.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.