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University of Nebraska at Omaha

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Omaha, Nebraska 68182-0225

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Known for business — excellent value

University of Nebraska at Omaha is a public institution in Omaha with particular strength in business and computer science. With an average SAT of 1120, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 11.6K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,909 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,791.

Established
1908
Mascot
Durango
Type
Public research university
Conference
National Collegiate Hockey Conference
Division
Division II

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87%Acceptance
1120SAT Avg
11,573Students
15:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$53,909Earnings 10yr
$12,791Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate86.9%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
1826

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,370
Tuition (out-of-state)$22,358
Room & Board$11,610
Books & Supplies$1,120
Total Cost of Attendance$20,446
Average Net Price$12,791
Median Debt at Graduation$19,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$201

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,908
$30–48K$10,689
$48–75K$12,407
$75–110K$15,900
$110K+$17,566

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

72.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$12,750

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

89

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

23

Burglary

5

Aggravated Assault

3

Robbery

8

Motor Vehicle Theft

9

Sex Offenses

1

Arson

23

Drug Arrests

17

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (153)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

76%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads
11,573
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%

Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Black 8%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 5%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate47.5%
Freshman Retention75.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,494
10 Years$53,909

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#284
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#163
vs 2024

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History & Fun Facts

  • History The University of Nebraska Omaha was originally formed in 1908 as the University of Omaha.
  • The first classes were located in the Redick Mansion, once at North 24th and Pratt Streets, from 1909 through 1917.
  • In 1931, the University of Omaha became a municipal school following a successful vote by the city.
  • In 1938, the university moved from its previous North Omaha campus to 60th and Dodge Street in Central Omaha.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

105Above Average

Estimated from NE state average + large city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Kansas Citypop. 500K
167 mi(289 min)
Minneapolispop. 430K
292 mi(506 min)
St. Louispop. 290K
357 mi(619 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City152 mi
MSP Minneapolis-St Paul287 mi
STL St Louis345 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1283 mi · ~37h 4m drive
New York, NY1145 mi · ~33h 5m drive
Hartford, CT1204 mi · ~34h 47m drive
Providence, RI1268 mi · ~36h 38m drive
Albany, NY1144 mi · ~33h 3m drive
Syracuse, NY1022 mi · ~29h 31m drive
Rochester, NY949 mi · ~27h 25m drive
Buffalo, NY884 mi · ~25h 32m drive
Philadelphia, PA1094 mi · ~31h 36m drive
Pittsburgh, PA838 mi · ~24h 13m drive
Harrisburg, PA1001 mi · ~28h 55m drive
Newark, NJ1136 mi · ~32h 49m drive
Washington, DC1014 mi · ~29h 18m drive
Baltimore, MD1029 mi · ~29h 44m drive
Atlanta, GA820 mi · ~23h 41m drive
Charlotte, NC921 mi · ~26h 36m drive
Raleigh, NC1010 mi · ~29h 11m drive
Miami, FL1401 mi · ~40h 28m drive
Orlando, FL1205 mi · ~34h 49m drive
Tampa, FL1197 mi · ~34h 35m drive
Nashville, TN609 mi · ~17h 36m drive
New Orleans, LA849 mi · ~24h 32m drive
Richmond, VA1022 mi · ~29h 31m drive
Chicago, IL435 mi · ~12h 34m drive
Detroit, MI671 mi · ~19h 23m drive
Minneapolis, MN292 mi · ~8h 26m drive
St. Louis, MO357 mi · ~10h 19m drive
Kansas City, MO167 mi · ~4h 49m drive
Indianapolis, IN527 mi · ~15h 13m drive
Columbus, OH688 mi · ~19h 53m drive
Cleveland, OH741 mi · ~21h 24m drive
Milwaukee, WI433 mi · ~12h 31m drive
Dallas, TX588 mi · ~16h 59m drive
Houston, TX795 mi · ~22h 58m drive
Austin, TX766 mi · ~22h 8m drive
San Antonio, TX830 mi · ~23h 59m drive
Los Angeles, CA1310 mi · ~37h 51m drive
San Francisco, CA1422 mi · ~41h 5m drive
San Diego, CA1303 mi · ~37h 39m drive
Seattle, WA1363 mi · ~39h 23m drive
Portland, OR1364 mi · ~39h 24m drive
Denver, CO483 mi · ~13h 57m drive
Phoenix, AZ1032 mi · ~29h 49m drive
Salt Lake City, UT828 mi · ~23h 55m drive
Honolulu, HI3817 mi · ~110h 16m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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