Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $10,108
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $27,748
- Average Net Price
- $17,424
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 22.2%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $13,856
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,856
- Books & Supplies
- $1,250
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $25,214
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 33.7%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 22.2%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $11,899 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $12,714 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $15,125 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $19,953 |
| $110,001+ | $22,012 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Nebraska families pay around $17,424 annually after aid, far below the $25,214 sticker price. Low-income students (under $30K) pay just $11,899 per year, while wealthy families ($110K+) pay $22,012. Over four years, that ranges from $47,596 to $88,048 total.
The Cornhuskers keep debt reasonable compared to many state flagships. Graduates carry a median $21,000 in loans, translating to $223 monthly payments. With median earnings of $56,887 ten years out, those payments represent about 5% of income. The 74% loan repayment rate suggests most handle the debt load well.
In-state students from middle-class families get the best value here. They avoid the $27,748 out-of-state tuition while still accessing Big Ten academics and the university's strong employment network that places 97% of graduates in jobs.
The Cornhuskers keep debt reasonable compared to many state flagships. Graduates carry a median $21,000 in loans, translating to $223 monthly payments. With median earnings of $56,887 ten years out, those payments represent about 5% of income. The 74% loan repayment rate suggests most handle the debt load well.
In-state students from middle-class families get the best value here. They avoid the $27,748 out-of-state tuition while still accessing Big Ten academics and the university's strong employment network that places 97% of graduates in jobs.
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