School Information

70.4
Total Cost $16,970
Total Enrollment 6,650
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 16 : 1

University of Nebraska at Kearney

http://www.unk.edu
905 W 25th St, Kearney, Nebraska 68849-1212
(308) 865-8441

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is Nebraska's public, residential university that is distinguished by its commitment to be the state's premier institution of undergraduate education. It aims to graduate persons who know the accomplishments of civilizations and disciplined thought, and are prepared for productive careers, further education, and responsible citizenship. It seeks primarily to serve the needs of Nebraska through the operation of baccalaureate general academic and professional degree programs, and programs of graduate instruction, research, and public service, as authorized by the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska. The undergraduate and graduate programs are complementary and ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting Town: Remote
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At University of Nebraska at Kearney, 87.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 60.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,046), and 66% receive loans ($4,404 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,026. Off campus it is around $7,026.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending University of Nebraska at Kearney is $12,165 per year.

Yearly Tuition
University of Nebraska at Kearney Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $5,634
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $10,442
Tuition Graduate in State $4,500
Tuition Graduate Out of State $9,306
Living Costs
University of Nebraska at Kearney Total Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $16,970
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $21,778
Total Expense In State Off Campus $16,970
Total Expense in State off Campus With Family $9,944
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus $21,778
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy $14,752
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 2,895 people applied to University of Nebraska at Kearney. Of the applicants, 77.0% were admitted (74.0% male & 79.0% female ) and 44.0% accepted (45.0% male and 44.0% female)

Of the 5,031 undergraduate students at University of Nebraska at Kearney, 10.0% are part-time. A majority (90.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 84.0% of the 1,619 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     87.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     83.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     38.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     21.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     58.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     59.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone (308) 865-8702
Admissions Office Email admissionsug@unk.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Undergraduate Admissions 905 West 25th St Memorial Student Affairs Building (MSAB on the Campus Map) Room 111 Kearney, NE 68849
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.unk.edu/admissions.aspx?id=1205
Admissions Website http://www.unk.edu/admissions.aspx?id=68 (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://webeasi.unk.edu
Application Fee $45

In order to be accepted to University of Nebraska at Kearney, you should have:

  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
University of Nebraska at Kearney SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 400
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 660
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 370
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 700
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 380
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 670
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 25
ACT English (25th Percentile) 19
ACT English (75th Percentile) 25
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 25
 
University of Nebraska at Kearney Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Agriculture, agriculture operations, and related sciences 12
Agricultural Business and Management, General 12
Biological and biomedical sciences 32 46
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 32 46
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 237 19
Business Administration and Management, General 139 19
Operations Management and Supervision 98
Communication, journalism, and related programs 26
Journalism, Other 26
Computer and information sciences and support services 9
Computer and Information Sciences, General 9
Education 29 114 196
Business Teacher Education 7
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 6 27
Curriculum and Instruction 46
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 23 38
Elementary Education and Teaching 87 27
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 13 8
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 0
Special Education and Teaching, General 7 13
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other 37
English language and literature/letters 39 13
English Language and Literature, General 14 13
Speech and Rhetorical Studies 25
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 34
Family and Consumer Economics and Related Services, Other 34
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 14 1
French Language and Literature 1 0
German Language and Literature 1 0
Spanish Language and Literature 12 1
Health professions and related clinical sciences 30 11
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth 15
Communication Disorders, General 15 11
History 20 4
History, General 20 4
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 8
General Studies 8
Mathematics and statistics 13
Mathematics, General 13
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 80
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies 61
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 19
Philosophy and religious studies 4
Philosophy 4
Physical sciences 15
Chemistry, General 9
Physics, General 6
Psychology 35
Psychology, General 35
Public administration and social service professions 29
Social Work 29
Security and protective services 36
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 36
Social sciences 28
Economics, General 4
Geography 5
International Relations and Affairs 4
Political Science and Government, General 13
Sociology 2
Visual and performing arts 38 3
Art/Art Studies, General 21 0
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 2
Music, General 15 3
 
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