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86.0%Acceptance
$8,302Tuition
4,130Students
60%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$50,105Earnings
#14 in NebraskaPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
86.0%
Average SAT
1,100
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,000–1,200
ACT Composite (avg)
22
Total Enrollment
4,130

Admissions Overview

UNK maintains an open admission policy with an 86% acceptance rate. Most students who meet basic requirements get in, making this an accessible option for Nebraska residents seeking quality higher education. The middle 50% of students score between 1000-1200 on the SAT or around 22 on the ACT. With 91% of students coming from in-state, UNK clearly serves its regional mission. The university looks for students committed to education and community service, particularly those interested in teaching careers. Rural students and first-generation college students find strong support here. UNK values students who want to make a difference in Nebraska's smaller communities after graduation.