University of Nebraska at Omaha Acceptance Rate & Tuition
University of Nebraska at Omaha is a public research university in Omaha, Nebraska, with about 11,488 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 86.98% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $53,909 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,718
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,441 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.98% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 11,488 84.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 47.08%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 34.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 1.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 55.8%
- Average SAT Score: 1120
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 13,469
- Applicants (IPEDS): 9,889
- Room & Board: $12,130 annual estimate
University of Nebraska at Omaha: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Nebraska at Omaha, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Nebraska at Omaha?
University of Nebraska at Omaha is located in Omaha, NE (ZIP 68182-0225).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Nebraska at Omaha public or private?
University of Nebraska at Omaha is a Public institution.
How much does University of Nebraska at Omaha cost?
Published tuition: $8,718 in-state, $23,206 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $13,441.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,534 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,614 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,324 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,540 |
| $110,001+ | $19,466 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $34,872.
How hard is it to get into University of Nebraska at Omaha?
Admission rate: 86.98%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1120 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Nebraska at Omaha?
Total enrollment: 11,488 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 13,469 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,216 students.
About 85% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
150%-time completion rate: 47.08%.
First-year retention: 77.9%.
What do graduates of University of Nebraska at Omaha earn?
Median earnings: $45,494 six years after entry; $53,909 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $19,000.
34.65% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Nebraska at Omaha known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (338 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (254 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (242 completions)
- Psychology, General (192 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (161 completions)
- Social Work (147 completions)
- Computer Science (143 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (96 completions)
- Secondary Education and Teaching (94 completions)
- Accounting (88 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Nebraska at Omaha a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.98%; completion rate 47.08%; median earnings $53,909 at 10 years; net price $13,441. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,718
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Nebraska at Omaha was $8,718.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,441
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Nebraska at Omaha had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,441.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,764 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,441 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$34,872 4-Year In-State Tuition
$92,824 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,130 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,226 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,074 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$88,296 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
26.29% 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 University of Nebraska at Omaha 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 University of Nebraska at Omaha 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 | $6,550 | $16,890 | $12,532 |
| 2014 | $6,750 | $18,070 | $12,380 |
| 2015 | $6,898 | $18,610 | $12,505 |
| 2016 | $7,204 | $19,124 | $12,899 |
| 2017 | $7,630 | $20,320 | $13,173 |
| 2018 | $7,790 | $20,764 | $13,511 |
| 2019 | $7,980 | $21,244 | $14,040 |
| 2020 | $8,136 | $21,718 | $13,914 |
| 2021 | $8,136 | $21,718 | $13,452 |
| 2022 | $8,136 | $21,718 | $12,670 |
| 2023 | $8,370 | $22,358 | $12,791 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
86.98% Acceptance Rate
9,889 Total Applicants
8,594 Students Admitted
2,156 First-Time Students Enrolled
25.09% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1120
ACT Average: 22
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 & Student Demographics
University of Nebraska at Omaha reported total enrollment of about 11,488 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (59.0%), Hispanic or Latino (17.8%), and Black or African American (8.1%). About 34.65% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 34.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
84.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Nebraska at Omaha in 2024 is 11,488 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 13,469 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,216 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.9%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 59.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
27.19% 100% Completion Time
47.08% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 27.19% of students graduating from University of Nebraska at Omaha completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 41% male / 59% female
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 59% male / 41% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Return on Investment
$19,000 Median Student Debt
$53,909 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.24% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
902.70% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 96 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 338 completions
2. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 254 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 242 completions
4. Psychology, General: 192 completions
5. Elementary Education and Teaching: 161 completions
6. Social Work: 147 completions
7. Computer Science: 143 completions
8. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 96 completions
9. Secondary Education and Teaching: 94 completions
Most popular programs at University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Nebraska at Omaha graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Nebraska at Omaha from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 55.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,293
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,723
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Nebraska at Omaha is a public institution located in Omaha, NE, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 11,488 students. Student body composition includes White (59.0%), Hispanic or Latino (17.8%), Black or African American (8.1%). The admission rate is 86.98%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1120. The 150%-time completion rate is 47.08%. Approximately 34.65% of students receive Pell Grants. About 34.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Omaha, NE 68182-0225
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 96 distinct degree programs, University of Nebraska at Omaha provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Nebraska at Omaha located?
University of Nebraska at Omaha is located in Omaha, NE.
What is University of Nebraska at Omaha's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Nebraska at Omaha is 87.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 9,889 applicants and 8,594 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Nebraska at Omaha cost?
Reported tuition is $8,718 and average net price is $13,441 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,130 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
University of Nebraska at Omaha reports undergraduate enrollment of about 13,469 students, White (59.0%), Hispanic or Latino (17.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Nebraska at Omaha?
About 34.8% of students at University of Nebraska at Omaha are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Nebraska at Omaha?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Nebraska at Omaha reports midpoint SAT about 1120 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of University of Nebraska at Omaha earn?
Median earnings are $45,494 six years after entry and $53,909 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Nebraska at Omaha students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $19,000.
Is University of Nebraska at Omaha public or private?
University of Nebraska at Omaha is a public institution located in Omaha, NE.
Is University of Nebraska at Omaha an HBCU?
No. University of Nebraska at Omaha is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Nebraska at Omaha a tribal college?
No. University of Nebraska at Omaha is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- Nebraska college profile
- Nebraska college costs
- Nebraska colleges by ROI
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln vs University of Nebraska at Omaha vs Bellevue University
- Omaha, Nebraska city profile
- Plains regional profile
- Urban (City) college profile
- Campus-setting profiles
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Nebraska
- Nebraska college costs
- Nebraska colleges by ROI
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln vs University of Nebraska at Omaha vs Bellevue University
- Omaha, Nebraska city profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Nebraska
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.