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77%
Open Admissions
65%
Graduation
About University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a public four-year institution located in Lincoln, Nebraska. With an enrollment of approximately 18,887 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 77%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 65%. Graduates earn a median salary of $56,887 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $17,424 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
77%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
65%
Enrollment
18,887
Total students
Median Earnings
$56,887
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$10,108
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$27,748
Per year
Average Net Price
$17,424
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
22 – 28
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
540
Median
600
75th
670
200800
ACT Composite
25th
22
Median
25
75th
28
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$27,748/yr
In-State Tuition$10,108/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$17,424/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$69,696
10-Year Earnings
$568,870
ROI Multiple
8.2×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Student Outcomes
65%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$57k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
18,887
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
