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University of Nebraska at Kearney
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Annual Tuition
$8,302
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
85.8%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
56.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$50,105
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
University of Nebraska at Kearney is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Kearney, NE. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,302, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 56.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
85.8%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$33,208
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$20,105
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$167,842
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$368,892
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Nebraska at Kearney is $19,500.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$8,302
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
76.6%
Success
56.8%
In-State Cost
$8,302
Age 25+ Students
12.3%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
1,598 students
Living In Kearney
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$604
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$678
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$891
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Kearney metropolitan area.