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University of Nebraska at Omaha

Omaha, Nebraska · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,494

Acceptance Rate

87%

Graduation Rate

48%

Annual Tuition

$8,370

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Nebraska at Omaha earn a median of $53,909 ten years after entry — right at the national median. Acceptance rate 86.9%, average SAT score 1120, in-state tuition $8,370.

At a Glance

Total Students

11,573

Retention Rate

76%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

28%

Median Debt

$19,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,120

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

19–26

Institution Overview

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 86.9%. The university enrolls 11,573 students. The average in-state tuition is $8,370. The university's retention rate is 75.8%, and the graduation rate is 48.3%.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $44,873, increasing to $45,494 after five years and $53,909 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $19,000, and 28.2% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$45k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$54k

10 YEARS

Top 50% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Nebraska at Omaha alumni earn $44,873. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $45,494. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn $53,909. The median debt for graduates is $19,000.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha has an acceptance rate of 86.9% and a graduation rate of 48.3%. The retention rate is 75.8%. The in-state tuition is $8,370, and 28.2% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 318 / yr
Median Salary $40,892

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 252 / yr
Median Salary $52,920

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 233 / yr
Median Salary $86,275

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 219 / yr
Median Salary $53,038

Psychology, General

Graduates 143 / yr
Median Salary $36,094

Social Work

Graduates 141 / yr
Median Salary $52,893

Biology, General

Graduates 124 / yr
Median Salary $35,831

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 106 / yr
Median Salary $55,247

Information Science/Studies

Graduates 104 / yr
Median Salary $100,801

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 90 / yr
Median Salary $44,941

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 84 / yr
Median Salary $63,460

Political Science and Government

Graduates 83 / yr
Median Salary $60,055

Public Administration

Graduates 77 / yr
Median Salary $58,548

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 68 / yr
Median Salary $58,750

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

Graduates 62 / yr
Median Salary $86,171

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 56 / yr
Median Salary $48,692

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 50 / yr
Median Salary $29,685

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 49 / yr
Median Salary $28,942

Homeland Security

Graduates 48 / yr
Median Salary $42,058

Mathematics

Graduates 47 / yr
Median Salary $58,995

International/Global Studies

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $33,798

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other

Graduates 44 / yr
Median Salary $39,400

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $41,327

Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $33,828

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Campus Location

Omaha, Nebraska

Omaha, NE 68182-0225

University of Nebraska at Omaha is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Nebraska at Omaha has an acceptance rate of 86.9%.