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University of Nebraska at Omaha

Omaha, Nebraska · Public

87%acceptance rate
1010–1240SAT middle 50% (from ACT)
19–26ACT middle 50%
$13,284average net price, in-state

University of Nebraska at Omaha admitted 87% of 8,633 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1010–1240 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 49% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at University of Nebraska at Omaha

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Early decision and early action

University of Nebraska at Omaha doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Nebraska at Omaha rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Character

Not considered

  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.40 GPA. 19% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.020%
  • 3.75–3.9918%
  • 3.50–3.7415%
  • 3.25–3.4911%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.9916%
  • 2.00–2.497%
  • Under 2.00.7%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $24,974 in-state and $38,962 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,284 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$9,908
  • $30–48k$10,689
  • $48–75k$12,407
  • $75–110k$15,900
  • $110k+$17,566

Quick answers

What is University of Nebraska at Omaha’s acceptance rate?

University of Nebraska at Omaha admitted 87% of applicants: 7,534 of 8,633 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).

What SAT score do you need for University of Nebraska at Omaha?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1010 to 1240 (converted from ACT scores), with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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