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College costs in Nebraska

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 1 pilot school in Nebraska that is covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $28,656 at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

Nebraska averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$28,656
Total cost for one year, out of state$46,296
Average net price for one year$18,029
Acceptance rate77.1%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in Nebraska that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in Nebraska ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
University of Nebraska-LincolnLincoln$28,656$46,296$18,029

Schools in Nebraska ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
University of Nebraska-Lincoln77.1%18,35414,146

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in Nebraska?

Across the 1 pilot school in Nebraska that publishes a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $28,656 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $28,656 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in Nebraska on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is University of Nebraska-Lincoln at $28,656 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in Nebraska?

Across the 1 pilot school in Nebraska that publishes a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 77.1% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in Nebraska?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The Nebraska page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.