About
About University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a public research university in Lincoln, NE, known for its high acceptance rate, engineering and business focus, and great plains flagship. With an acceptance rate of 79%, NU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,640 students each year. NU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1098–1330, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. NU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,481 per year; the sticker price of $43,164 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
University of Nebraska-Lincoln acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Application Strategy
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Financial Aid & Cost
What University of Nebraska-Lincoln actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$43k/yr | $12.8k |
| 30k-48k | ~$43k/yr | $13.1k |
| 48k-75k | ~$43k/yr | $14.7k |
| 75k-110k | ~$43k/yr | $19.0k |
| 110k+ | ~$43k/yr | $22.3k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity