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University of Nebraska at Kearney

#640 in US ranking Kearney, NE
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Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$27,218
Tuition & fees
$8,563
Avg. aid
$11,172
Receiving aid
96%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
89%
SAT range
905–1125
ACT range
19–26

Outcomes

Graduation rate
58%
Median salary
$42,631
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at University of Nebraska at Kearney?

Homecoming is a recurring UNK tradition that brings together students, alumni, and the Kearney community around campus activities and Loper athletics. The particular schedule changes each year, but its role as a gathering point extends beyond a single game.

Student performances and exhibitions also contribute to the academic calendar. Theater, music, and other arts events give participants a public setting for their work and give other students ways to engage with campus outside the classroom. Students interested in attending or taking part should consult the current university events calendar for dates and participation requirements.

What are the student housing and dining options at University of Nebraska at Kearney?

UNK offers university-operated undergraduate housing, including coeducational options, along with campus dining and meal plans. Availability of housing does not mean every applicant is guaranteed a particular building, room type, or roommate arrangement.

Students considering residence halls should review the current housing application, contract dates, cancellation terms, and any first-year residency rules before committing. Meal-plan requirements and dining access can depend on the housing option selected. Students living off campus should account for a lease, utilities, groceries, transportation, and parking when comparing that choice with a university housing-and-dining package.

University of Nebraska at Kearney Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

Yes

Highspeed speed internet

No

University of Nebraska at Kearney Campus at a Glance

Undergraduates living on campus
37%
Campus size
501 acres

University of Nebraska at Kearney Career Help & Outcomes

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

University of Nebraska at Kearney Library Services and Resources

Main library name

Calvin T. Ryan Library

Number of libraries on campus

1

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

University of Nebraska at Kearney Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

University of Nebraska at Kearney Location & Map

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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