At a glance
Average net price
$18,327
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
66.1%
Admission rate
80%
Undergrad size
1,453
In-state tuition
$43,572
Out-of-state tuition
$43,572
Cost of attendance
$53,569
Median earnings (10y)
$56,405
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,189
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 75.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (27%), trades & services (19%), humanities & arts (18%).
- STEM16%
- Health9%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences27%
- Trades & services19%
- Parks & recreation16.8%~244 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Biological sciences13.6%~197 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business11.2%~163 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology10.9%~159 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education8.8%~129 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~124 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~103 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~56 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences3.5%~51 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English3.2%~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.2%~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.9%~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science0.3%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
34 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 102 | $41,139 | $26,750 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 99 | — | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 87 | $22,771 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 62 | $28,546 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 62 | $68,045 | $27,000 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 50 | $23,014 | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 44 | $36,757 | $34,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 36 | $82,112 | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 30 | $73,579 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 25 | $32,428 | $25,500 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Sociology and Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Systems Science and Theory. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 3 | $45,706 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Nebraska Wesleyan University
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a mid-sized institution located in Lincoln, Nebraska, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,453 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Parks & recreation, Biological sciences, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Nebraska Wesleyan University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,327 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $43,572 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $53,569 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 66.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 75.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $56,405 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Nebraska Wesleyan University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Parks & recreation, Biological sciences, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (27% of credentials), trades & services (19% of credentials), humanities & arts (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Nebraska Wesleyan University accepts 80% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,189. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Lincoln, Nebraska (city), Nebraska Wesleyan University draws students from across Nebraska and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Nebraska Wesleyan University
Q.How much does Nebraska Wesleyan University cost?
The average net price at Nebraska Wesleyan University is $18,327 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $53,569.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Nebraska Wesleyan University has a 6-year graduation rate of 66.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Nebraska Wesleyan University admits 80% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Nebraska Wesleyan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Nebraska Wesleyan University graduate earns $56,405 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Published tuition is $43,572 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Nebraska Wesleyan University located?
Nebraska Wesleyan University is located in Lincoln, Nebraska (ZIP 68504).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Nebraska Wesleyan University at their official website.