Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Union Adventist University is a private institution in Lincoln with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 439 undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
46% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,045 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,884.
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News & Alerts
Union Adventist 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
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
48.4%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
3
Peer Average
3
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 (43)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
80%
- •80% 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.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Union Adventist University was formed in 1891 as Union College.
- •The campus began construction that same year, and academic classes officially began in September 1891.
- •In 1907, the boiler house of Union College was destroyed by a fire of unknown cause.
- •College View was later annexed by the city of Lincoln on April 30, 1929.
- •The original clock tower was replaced with a 100 foot (30 m) tall steel clocktower in 1971.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average