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Cheapest Business/Commerce Colleges in Nebraska

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Clarkson College delivers the most affordable business education in Nebraska at just $15,928 net cost, while Bellevue University graduates earn the highest salaries at $48,823 annually. The 78% gap between cheapest and most expensive programs reflects the competitive advantage private colleges maintain in preparing students for Nebraska's insurance and finance sectors. All six affordable options connect students to major employers like Berkshire Hathaway and Mutual of Omaha through targeted business curricula.
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Programs
$15,928 – $28,345
Net Price Range
$44,234
Avg. Program Earnings
60.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Business/Commerce, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $15,928 $15,168 75.0% 56.1%
2 $21,554 $36,130 53.3% 71.3%
3 $23,140 $41,658 68.9% 81.5%
4 $24,016 $39,330 64.1% 90.8%
5 $24,229 $40,270 43.2% 64.9%
6 $28,345 $8,886 55.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Clarkson College's business program so affordable compared to other Nebraska schools?

Clarkson College offers the lowest net cost at $15,928, nearly $13,000 less than Bellevue University's $28,345. The school maintains a 75% graduation rate while keeping costs low through efficient operations and targeted financial aid packages.

How do earnings compare between the most and least expensive business programs in Nebraska?

Bellevue University graduates earn $48,823 annually despite having the highest net cost at $28,345. Midland University students pay $24,229 but earn only $35,416, creating a $13,407 salary gap that reflects program quality differences.

Does acceptance rate affect the quality of affordable business programs in Nebraska?

Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 91% of applicants yet maintains a solid 64% graduation rate and $40,458 average earnings. Clarkson College's selective 56% acceptance rate corresponds with the highest graduation rate at 75% among affordable options.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.