Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 48.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 47.5%
- Retention Rate
- 75.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,909
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $19,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $201/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $89,859 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $87,068 | $28,617 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $84,653 | |
| Economics. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $73,635 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $68,778 | $21,500 |
| Mathematics. | Master | $65,053 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,997 | $25,091 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $61,888 | $22,000 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor | $58,943 | $21,150 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $58,221 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Certificate | $57,860 | $19,250 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $57,318 | |
| Public Administration. | Master | $56,415 | $28,276 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $53,358 | $19,500 |
Outcomes Overview
UNO graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $19,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35 when measured against their $53,909 ten-year median salary. Monthly loan payments of $201 represent just 4.5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96% employment rate reflects strong regional job placement in Omaha's diverse economy, particularly in finance, healthcare, and business services sectors where UNO's programs align with local employer needs. Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway headquarters nearby creates additional opportunities for business graduates. With relatively low debt burdens and solid earning potential in Nebraska's economic center, UNO delivers a strong return on investment for most students.