University of Nebraska at Omaha

What is the history of University of Nebraska at Omaha?

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) began in 1908 as the University of Omaha, a private, nonsectarian institution intended to expand access to higher education in the city. It later became a municipal university and joined the University of Nebraska system in 1968, taking its current name.

Those changes help explain UNO's present identity: it is a public university with a strong connection to the Omaha metropolitan area, rather than a branch of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Its academic offerings and campus facilities have expanded beyond the original university, including development south of its Dodge Campus on what is now called Scott Campus.

What are the faculties and departments at University of Nebraska at Omaha?

UNO organizes its academic programs across six principal colleges: Arts and Sciences; Business Administration; Education, Health, and Human Sciences; Information Science & Technology; Public Affairs and Community Service; and Communication, Fine Arts and Media. It offers undergraduate and graduate study, including programs intended for working adults.

The range includes biology, psychology, accounting, teacher education, computer science, cybersecurity, criminal justice, public administration, music, and communication. The College of Public Affairs and Community Service is especially relevant to students interested in government, nonprofit work, social services, or community-focused fields. Prospective engineering students should check the awarding college carefully: engineering instruction available in Omaha is associated with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Engineering, not a separate UNO engineering college.

A program's college, delivery format, admission rules, and professional requirements can differ. The academic catalog is the appropriate place to check a particular major's required courses, internships, and degree-awarding institution.

What is the location of University of Nebraska at Omaha?

UNO is in Omaha, Nebraska, with its main Dodge Campus and nearby Scott Campus. The setting offers access to a metropolitan job market and cultural institutions, while students moving between campus areas should account for travel time in their schedules.

UNO has a substantial commuting population, so parking and transportation are practical considerations. First-year students may bring a car, although permission to park does not eliminate permit rules or guarantee a convenient space. Eppley Airfield is the principal airport serving Omaha and may be useful for students traveling from outside the region.

What is the mission and vision of University of Nebraska at Omaha?

UNO describes its mission in terms of learning, research and creative activity, and engagement with the Omaha metropolitan community. Its stated priorities include accessible education and applying university work to public and community needs.

That metropolitan emphasis can matter to students seeking local internships, service-learning, or professional connections. It is an institutional aim, however, not a promise that every course or major includes those experiences. UNO is a public university and does not have a religious affiliation.