# University of Nebraska at Omaha

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

University of Nebraska at Omaha is a public college in Omaha, NE with 11,488 undergraduates. It admits 87% of applicants, and admitted students average 1120 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,898 per year ($10,182 for families earning under $30,000). 51% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $59,749 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 87% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test scores required (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 9,889 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 8,594 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | — (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | — (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 19–26 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $20,712 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $12,898 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $10,182 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $10,564 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $10,884 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $14,110 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $19,168 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 11,488 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 51% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $59,749 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $18,500 (FY2024) |

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

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

## FAQ

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

University of Nebraska at Omaha admits 87% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

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

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

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

Test scores required.

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

In Fall 2023, 9,889 students applied to University of Nebraska at Omaha and 8,594 were admitted; 2,156 enrolled.

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

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

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

University of Nebraska at Omaha reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

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

The sticker cost of attendance is $20,712 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,898.

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

51% 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 181394. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology