Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
85.79%
SAT Average
1,089
ACT Range
18-25
University of Nebraska at Kearney Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 85.79%. This means approximately 858 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,130 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
85.79%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,302 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,260 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $24,452 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,488 | State avg: $16,962. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.54% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 37.13% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Nebraska at Kearney Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$14,260
Room and board
$11,936
Books and supplies
$770
Other expenses
$5,078
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$24,452
Average net price
$16,488
Average aid coverage
33%
$7,964 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Nebraska at Kearney pays approximately $16,488 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Nebraska average of $16,962 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Nebraska at Kearney?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Nebraska and national averages.
University of Nebraska at Kearney net price
$16,488
Nebraska average
$16,962
National average
$17,506
University of Nebraska at Kearney Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $14,260 and average net price at $16,488. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$14,260
Current net price
$16,488
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
59.75%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$50,105
Undergraduates
4,130
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Nebraska at Kearney vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Nebraska at Kearney graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Nebraska at Kearney?
Undergraduates
4,130
Completion rate
59.75%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.54%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
37.13%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.54% of University of Nebraska at Kearney students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 37.13% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Nebraska at Kearney
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Nebraska at Kearney's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Nebraska at Kearney lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Nebraska at Kearney is listed at 2504 9th Avenue, Kearney, NE 68849-1212. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Nebraska at Kearney with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska at Kearney | 85.79% | $14,260 | $16,488 | $50,105 |
| University of Nebraska Medical Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $76,833 |
| Creighton University | 72.31% | $47,000 | $32,380 | $73,911 |
| Bryan College of Health Sciences | 62.91% | $20,070 | $25,884 | $70,845 |
| Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health | 88.29% | $18,173 | $19,474 | $65,071 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's acceptance rate?
University of Nebraska at Kearney's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 85.79%.
How much is University of Nebraska at Kearney tuition?
University of Nebraska at Kearney's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $14,260.
What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's average net price?
University of Nebraska at Kearney's average net price in the local dataset is $16,488.
What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $50,105 for University of Nebraska at Kearney.
Is University of Nebraska at Kearney accredited?
University of Nebraska at Kearney's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Nebraska at Kearney?
The local dataset lists 4,130 undergraduate students at University of Nebraska at Kearney.
What percentage of University of Nebraska at Kearney students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Nebraska at Kearney in the local dataset is 33.54%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Nebraska at Kearney?
The federal loan rate for University of Nebraska at Kearney in the local dataset is 37.13%.
Where should I verify University of Nebraska at Kearney data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Nebraska at Kearney or the latest official federal education data.