Nebraska Wesleyan University
Faith-based college · Lincoln, NE · 1,453 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
80%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1020–1290
ACT (middle 50%)
22–27
Average net price
$20,647
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$57,378
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
61%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Nebraska Wesleyan University accepts about 80 of every 100 applicants (80%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1020 and 1290 on the SAT. A score at or above 1290 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1020, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–27.
The latest federal data says Nebraska Wesleyan University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Nebraska Wesleyan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Nebraska Wesleyan University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $57,378 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $20,647 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $45,342 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$45,342
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$45,342
- Room & board$12,798
- Total cost of attendance$57,378
- Average net price after grants$20,647
Popular majors
Business, Biology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Health Professions & Nursing, Education.
Nebraska Wesleyan University FAQ
- What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?
- 80% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Nebraska Wesleyan University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1020–1290. Aim for 1290 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Nebraska Wesleyan University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–27.
- Is Nebraska Wesleyan University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Nebraska Wesleyan University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Nebraska Wesleyan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Nebraska Wesleyan University cost?
- About $57,378 a year before aid; $20,647 on average after grants.
- What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's FAFSA school code?
- 002555. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Nebraska Wesleyan University receives your information.
- What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's graduation rate?
- 61% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Nebraska Wesleyan University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creighton UniversityOmaha, NE | 80% | 1243–1428 | $32,456 | 83% |
| Clarkson CollegeOmaha, NE | 78% | — | $25,301 | 63% |
| Concordia University-NebraskaSeward, NE | 86% | — | $24,521 | 60% |
| Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied HealthOmaha, NE | 73% | — | $17,577 | 76% |
| University of Nebraska at OmahaOmaha, NE | 87% | — | $12,898 | 51% |
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