University of Nebraska at Kearney
Public university · Kearney, NE · 4,088 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
89%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
905–1125
ACT (middle 50%)
19–26
Average net price
$17,891
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$27,218
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
62%
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 University of Nebraska at Kearney?
University of Nebraska at Kearney accepts about 89 of every 100 applicants (89%), 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 905 and 1125 on the SAT. A score at or above 1125 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 905, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–26.
The latest federal data says University of Nebraska at Kearney 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 University of Nebraska at Kearney's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Nebraska at Kearney cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $27,218 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $17,891 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 $8,922 for NE residents and $16,134 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$8,922
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$16,134
- Room & board$12,908
- Total cost of attendance$27,218
- Average net price after grants$17,891
Popular majors
Business, Education, Health Professions & Nursing, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
University of Nebraska at Kearney FAQ
- What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's acceptance rate?
- 89% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Nebraska at Kearney?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 905–1125. Aim for 1125 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Nebraska at Kearney?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–26.
- Is University of Nebraska at Kearney test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Nebraska at Kearney 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 University of Nebraska at Kearney's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Nebraska at Kearney cost?
- About $27,218 a year before aid; $17,891 on average after grants.
- What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's FAFSA school code?
- 002551. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Nebraska at Kearney receives your information.
- What is University of Nebraska at Kearney's graduation rate?
- 62% of students finish within six years.
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