C+

Above Average

Score: 60/100

University of Nebraska at Kearney

4-Year Public

📍 Kearney, Nebraska 68849

🌐 www.unk.edu/

Outcomes

73/100

Affordability

C+

57/100

Resources

C+

59/100

Experience

73/100

Prestige

40/100

Quick Stats

6,017

Total Enrollment

60%

Graduation Rate

77%

Retention Rate

13.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

86%

Acceptance Rate

$16,249

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near University of Nebraska at Kearney ▼

5% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 319 students who need housing.

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🏆 Where University of Nebraska at Kearney Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other

of 24 schools

#14

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other

of 28 schools

#19

Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies

of 32 schools

#29

Operations Management and Supervision

of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$6,480	$14,130
Room	$6,058
Board	$5,508
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$26,086	$32,044

Financial Aid

93%

Receive Any Aid

33%

Receive Pell Grants

40%

Take Out Loans

$16,249

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$13,187
$30,001 - $48,000	$13,627
$48,001 - $75,000	$14,549
$75,001 - $110,000	$18,575
$110,001+	$20,731

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Elementary Education and Teaching 157 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 153 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 104 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 95 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 65 grads/yr General Studies 60 grads/yr History, General 59 grads/yr Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other 58 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 56 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 49 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 49 grads/yr Research and Experimental Psychology, Other 47 grads/yr Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies 47 grads/yr Social Work 43 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 37 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 35 grads/yr Communication Sciences and Disorders, General 33 grads/yr Operations Management and Supervision 33 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other 27 grads/yr Family and Consumer Economics and Related Services, Other 24 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Nebraska at Kearney's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary

$72k/yr 74,900 jobs

Elementary school teachers, except special education

$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Compensation and benefits managers

$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Human resources managers

$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Training and development managers

$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

6,017

Total Students

66%

Women

86%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%

Hispanic 13%

Black 2%

Asian 1%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 92%

Off-Campus (Renters) 5%

With Family 3%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~319 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 29%

Hybrid (Some Online) 31%

Fully Online 39%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 86%

25-64 (Adult) 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Nebraska at Kearney?

University of Nebraska at Kearney has an acceptance rate of 86%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend University of Nebraska at Kearney?

Tuition at University of Nebraska at Kearney is $6,480 for in-state students and $14,130 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $16,249.

What is the graduation rate at University of Nebraska at Kearney?

The graduation rate at University of Nebraska at Kearney is 60%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is University of Nebraska at Kearney a good school?

University of Nebraska at Kearney has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend University of Nebraska at Kearney?

University of Nebraska at Kearney has a total enrollment of 6,017 students. Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near University of Nebraska at Kearney?

Yes! Approximately 5% of students at University of Nebraska at Kearney live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 319 students who need rental housing near campus.

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