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University of Nebraska at Kearney

Also known as: UNK|University of Nebraska - Kearney|Nebraska - Kearney|Nebraska Kearney|

📍 Kearney, Nebraska🏛️ Town Setting👥 4,088 Undergrads🔗 www.unk.edu

Overview

University of Nebraska at Kearney is an medium public research university in Kearney, Nebraska. It enrolls about 4,088 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 89%. Graduates earn a median of $50,105 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

89%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,118

495–575

Net Price

$16,242

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

58%

Retention

80%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$50,105

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

89.5%

SAT Average

1,118

ACT Composite

19–26

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200495 – 575 (mid 50%)800

Math

200410 – 550 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

119 – 26 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,676

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$15,284

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$25,808

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$16,242

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$13,066
$30,001 – $48,000	$13,350
$48,001 – $75,000	$14,547
$75,001 – $110,000	$16,703
$110,001 +	$20,664

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

35.4%

Academics & Programs

University of Nebraska at Kearney offers programs across 21 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Education

20.1%

Business, Management & Marketing

18.2%

Health Professions

8.1%

Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness

7.4%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

6.8%

Psychology

5.1%

Public Administration & Social Services

4.9%

Visual & Performing Arts

4.8%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

58%

On-Time (4yr)

36%

Retention (FT)

80%

% Earning >$25K

77%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$43,241

8 years

$48,009

10 years

$50,105

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

60.0%

White

59.8%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

73.4%

Black or African American

2.8%

Asian

0.8%

Hispanic / Latino

15.2%

Two or more races

2.7%

International

4.3%

Gender

Women

61.7%

Men

38.3%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Nebraska at Kearney hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 89%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1118.

How much does University of Nebraska at Kearney cost?

In-state tuition is $8,676, and out-of-state is $15,284. Average net price after financial aid is $16,242.

What is University of Nebraska at Kearney known for?

Most popular programs include Education, Business, Management & Marketing, Health Professions.

What's the graduation rate at University of Nebraska at Kearney?

The 6-year graduation rate is 58%, and 80% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.