Campus Vibe
Known for business
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private institution in Lincoln with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1209, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,405 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,140.
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News & Alerts
Nebraska Wesleyan University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1209
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
44.4%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
11
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (52)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
75%
- •75% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Prairie Wolves
History & Fun Facts
- •History Nebraska Wesleyan University was originally announced in 1886 and was a replacement for the former Methodist college of the same name.
- •The university officially opened in October 1888, with the completion of its first building, now known as Old Main.
- •Wesleyan opened as the only Methodist university in the state and had a single building with a 40 acres (16 ha) campus.
- •In 1933, the Nebraska Wesleyan University changed its nickname from the Coyotes to the Plainsmen.
- •In 1971, the university's Board of Governors adopted a new code of conduct, known as a Student Bill of Rights.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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