Known for business — excellent value
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a public institution in Lincoln with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1191, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 18.9K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
66% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,887 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,424.
Established
1869
Motto
Literis Dedicata et Omnibus Artibus
Mascot
Herbie HuskerLil' Red
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
Big Ten Conference and competes
Division
Division I
77%Acceptance
1191SAT Avg
18,887Students
16:1Student:Faculty
66%Grad Rate
$56,887Earnings 10yr
$17,424Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate77.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1191
Reading & WritingMid: 605
550660
MathMid: 600
540670
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 25
2228
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,108
Tuition (out-of-state)$27,748
Room & Board$13,856
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$25,341
Average Net Price$17,424
Median Debt at Graduation$21,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$223
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,899
$30–48K$12,714
$48–75K$15,125
$75–110K$19,953
$110K+$22,012
Programs (273)
Student Body
Undergrads
18,887
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
22%
Pell Grant Recipients
22%
Race & Ethnicity
White 76%
Black 3%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 4%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate65.8%
Freshman Retention84.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$47,692
8 Years$53,022
10 Years$56,887
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,100
Men
$59,000
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Source: Wikipedia