Peru State College
Peru State College is a public research university in Peru, Nebraska, enrolling about 1,092 students. Federal completion data covers about 31 program areas at this campus. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $47,071 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,640
- 2024 Average Net Price: $11,632 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,092 85.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.61%
Peru State College: what the data shows
Common questions about Peru State College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Peru State College?
Peru State College is located in Peru, NE (ZIP 68421-0010).
Is Peru State College public or private?
Peru State College is a Public institution.
How much does Peru State College cost?
Published tuition: $8,640.
Average net price after aid: $11,632.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,986 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,779 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,845 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $12,313 |
| $110,001+ | $13,450 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $34,560.
How big is Peru State College?
Total enrollment: 1,092 students.
About 86% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Peru State College?
150%-time completion rate: 37.61%.
First-year retention: 64.5%.
What do graduates of Peru State College earn?
Median earnings: $39,150 six years after entry; $47,071 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,875.
36.85% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Peru State College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (341 completions)
- Natural Resources Conservation and Research (91 completions)
- CIP 520201 (72 completions)
- General Psychology (39 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (20 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration (20 completions)
- CIP 520299 (15 completions)
- CIP 310505 (13 completions)
- CIP 260202 (7 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Peru State College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 37.61%; median earnings $47,071 at 10 years; net price $11,632. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$8,640
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Peru State College was $8,640.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$11,632
2024 Value
In 2024 Peru State College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $11,632.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$46,528 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$11,632 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$34,560 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Peru State College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.85% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
44.42% 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 Peru State College 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 Peru State College 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 | $6,188 | $6,188 | $12,826 |
| 2014 | $6,272 | $6,272 | $14,017 |
| 2015 | $6,816 | $6,816 | $12,219 |
| 2016 | $7,243 | $7,243 | $12,681 |
| 2017 | $7,260 | $7,260 | $13,182 |
| 2018 | $7,512 | $7,512 | $14,823 |
| 2019 | $7,704 | $7,704 | $14,058 |
| 2020 | $7,920 | $7,920 | $14,220 |
| 2021 | $7,680 | $7,680 | $15,652 |
| 2022 | $7,920 | $7,920 | $17,395 |
| 2023 | $8,280 | $8,280 | $10,864 |
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
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
85.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Peru State College in 2024 is 1,092 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.5%
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
22.94% 100% Completion Time
37.61% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 22.94% of students graduating from Peru State College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Peru State College.
Return on Investment
$21,875 Median Student Debt
$47,071 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
46.47% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
911.67% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Peru State College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Natural Resources Conservation and Research: 91 completions
CIP 52.0201: 72 completions
General Psychology: 39 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 20 completions
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 20 completions
CIP 52.0299: 15 completions
CIP 31.0505: 13 completions
CIP 26.0202: 7 completions
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services: 6 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 341 completions
Most popular programs at Peru State College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Peru State College graduates.
About
Peru State College is a public institution located in Peru, NE, offering 31 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,092 students. The institution maintains a 37.61% graduation rate. Approximately 36.85% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Peru, NE 68421-0010
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.61% graduation rate at Peru State College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Peru State College cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $8,640 and average net price is $11,632 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Peru State College earn?
Median earnings are $39,150 six years after entry and $47,071 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Peru State College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Peru State College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,875.
How big is Peru State College?
Total enrollment is about 1,092 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Peru State College public or private?
Peru State College is a public institution located in Peru, NE.
Is Peru State College an HBCU?
No. Peru State College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Peru State College a tribal college?
No. Peru State College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Peru State College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Peru State College does not meet that proxy (reported share 9.8%).
Is Peru State College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Peru State College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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.