Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.75%
SAT Average
1,209
ACT Range
22-27
Nebraska Wesleyan University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.75%. This means approximately 838 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,514 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.75%
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 | $41,658 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $41,658 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $53,350 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $23,140 | State avg: $16,962. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.60% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 55.63% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Nebraska Wesleyan University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$41,658
Room and board
$9,982
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$3,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$53,350
Average net price
$23,140
Average aid coverage
57%
$30,210 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Nebraska Wesleyan University pays approximately $23,140 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Nebraska average of $16,962 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Nebraska and national averages.
Nebraska Wesleyan University net price
$23,140
Nebraska average
$16,962
National average
$17,506
Nebraska Wesleyan University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $41,658 and average net price at $23,140. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$41,658
Current net price
$23,140
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)
68.89%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$56,405
Undergraduates
1,514
10-Year Median Earnings - Nebraska Wesleyan University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Nebraska Wesleyan University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Undergraduates
1,514
Completion rate
68.89%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.60%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
55.63%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.60% of Nebraska Wesleyan University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 55.63% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Nebraska Wesleyan University
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 Nebraska Wesleyan University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Nebraska Wesleyan University 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
Nebraska Wesleyan University is listed at 5000 St Paul Ave, Lincoln, NE 68504-2794. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Nebraska Wesleyan University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | 83.75% | $41,658 | $23,140 | $56,405 |
| 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 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Lincoln schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Lincoln.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?
Nebraska Wesleyan University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.75%.
How much is Nebraska Wesleyan University tuition?
Nebraska Wesleyan University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $41,658.
What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's average net price?
Nebraska Wesleyan University's average net price in the local dataset is $23,140.
What does Nebraska Wesleyan University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $20,377 for Nebraska Wesleyan University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $56,405 for Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Is Nebraska Wesleyan University accredited?
Nebraska Wesleyan University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Nebraska Wesleyan University?
The local dataset lists 1,514 undergraduate students at Nebraska Wesleyan University.
What percentage of Nebraska Wesleyan University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Nebraska Wesleyan University in the local dataset is 29.60%.
What is the federal loan rate at Nebraska Wesleyan University?
The federal loan rate for Nebraska Wesleyan University in the local dataset is 55.63%.
Where should I verify Nebraska Wesleyan University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Nebraska Wesleyan University or the latest official federal education data.