# University of Nebraska at Kearney

Kearney, NE. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-nebraska-at-kearney

University of Nebraska at Kearney is a public college in Kearney, NE with 4,088 undergraduates. It admits 90% of applicants, and admitted students average 1118 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $17,891 per year ($15,830 for families earning under $30,000). 62% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $55,176 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 90% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 7,253 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 6,222 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 495–575 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 410–550 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 19–26 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $27,218 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $17,891 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $15,830 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $15,419 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $15,626 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $18,858 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $21,819 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 4,088 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 62% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $55,176 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $17,500 (FY2024) |

## What University of Nebraska at Kearney considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Considered
- College-prep coursework: Required
- Class rank: Considered
- Essay or personal statement: Not considered
- Recommendations: Considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## FAQ

**What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's acceptance rate?**

University of Nebraska at Kearney admits 90% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

**What SAT score do you need for University of Nebraska at Kearney?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 495–575 on SAT Reading and Writing and 410–550 on SAT Math; the average total is 1118.

**What ACT score do you need for University of Nebraska at Kearney?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–26.

**Is University of Nebraska at Kearney test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of Nebraska at Kearney?**

In Fall 2023, 7,253 students applied to University of Nebraska at Kearney and 6,222 were admitted; 910 enrolled.

**Does University of Nebraska at Kearney consider legacy status?**

No. University of Nebraska at Kearney reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of Nebraska at Kearney require an essay?**

University of Nebraska at Kearney reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does University of Nebraska at Kearney cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $27,218 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,891.

**What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's graduation rate?**

62% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 181215. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology