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Nebraska Wesleyan University

Lincoln, NE • private • III | American Rivers Conference
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Acceptance
83.7%
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Grad Rate
69%
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Cost
$55,189

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 4,241 • Total: 4,462
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
5000 St Paul Ave
Lincoln, NE
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Website
www.nebrwesleyan.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,762 (41.5%) • Female: 2,479 (58.5%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 163 3.8%
Black/African American 142 3.3%
Hispanic/Latino 431 10.2%
White 3,136 73.9%
Two or More Races 171 4.0%
International 64 1.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
83.7%
1,922 admitted from 2,295 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 500-610
Math: 520-600
Total: 1020-1210
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
22-27
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
68.9%
4-Year Graduation Rate
58.3%
Freshman Retention Rate
75.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
44.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$55,189
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $42,274
Room & Board
$11,915
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $14,925
$30,001-48,000 $16,974
$48,001-75,000 $14,594
$75,001-110,000 $18,244
$110,001+ $23,652
Students Receiving Pell Grants
98%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$24,863

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
American Rivers Conference
Men's Sports (9)
Baseball Basketball Football Golf Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Wrestling
Women's Sports (8)
Basketball Golf Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$500-$24,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$500-$24,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$1,000 total
4 automatic scholarships (15 total)
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Common questions about Nebraska Wesleyan University

What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?
Nebraska Wesleyan University accepts 84% of applicants, from 2,295 applications.
How much does Nebraska Wesleyan University cost?
Tuition and fees are $42,274. Families earning under $30,000 pay $14,925 on average after aid.
Does Nebraska Wesleyan University require SAT or ACT scores?
Nebraska Wesleyan University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Nebraska Wesleyan University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 27 on the ACT.
What is Nebraska Wesleyan University's graduation rate?
69% of students graduate within six years.