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University of Nebraska at Omaha vs University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

University of Nebraska at Omaha University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 87% 87%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 1,098-1,330
ACT range (mid 50%) 19-26 22-28
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $13,441 $17,747
Sticker cost of attendance $21,120 $26,697
Graduation rate 47% 67%
Retention rate 78% 86%
Undergraduates 11,488 19,178
Student-faculty ratio 15:1 17:1
Setting Omaha, NE Lincoln, NE
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a $45
Test policy n/a Required for some

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is University of Nebraska at Omaha or University of Nebraska-Lincoln harder to get into?

University of Nebraska at Omaha is more selective, with a 87% acceptance rate versus 87% at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, University of Nebraska at Omaha or University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

University of Nebraska at Omaha has the lower average net price ($13,441 versus $17,747). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.