University of Nebraska at Kearney

Kearney, NE

publicMaster's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs

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ROI

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University of Nebraska at Kearney is a mid-size public master's university (large program) located in Kearney, Nebraska, with an undergraduate enrollment of 4,088. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Nebraska postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 89% acceptance rate, admission is open to most applicants. The 89% acceptance rate reflects a broadly open admissions approach serving a wide range of students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $14,547 per year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $82,298. The 4-year graduation rate is 59%, 14 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $50,105.

Acceptance Rate

89.5%

Avg Net Price

$16,242

6-yr Grad Rate

55.2%

Earnings 10yr

$50,105

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
89.5%
SAT Range
905–1125
ACT Range
19–26
Enrollment
4,088
Student:Faculty
14:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$8,676
Out-of-State Tuition
$15,284
Room & Board
$12,198
Students Receiving Aid
36.9%
Median Debt at Grad

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Data from U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, College Scorecard, Clery Act), Bureau of Labor Statistics, and FIRE. Updated annually. Not affiliated with University of Nebraska at Kearney.