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Nebraska Wesleyan University

Lincoln, Nebraska

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Overview

Enrollment

1,688
Nebraska Wesleyan University overview
Location Lincoln, Nebraska
Online nebrwesleyan.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large City
Religious Affiliation United Methodist
Nebraska Wesleyan University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Nebraska Wesleyan University, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a private liberal arts university founded in 1887. The institution, affiliated with the United Methodist Church, occupies an urban residential campus known for its distinctive Ivy-covered Old Main building, a hallmark of the university's traditional architecture. The university offers a broad range of undergraduate programs, with notable strengths in the sciences, performing arts, and business. Nebraska Wesleyan prides itself on a personalized and rigorous academic profile, with an emphasis on undergraduate research and experiential learning. The application process is considered moderately selective. Housing is provided for students with options that include residence halls and themed living communities. While Nebraska Wesleyan University might not be nationally known for its athletic programs, it competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Prairie Wolves.

In the most recent statistical year 2,370 prospective students applied, and 1,931 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 358 enrolled in the school.  1,512 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 176 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $38,898 plus fees of $970. Nebraska Wesleyan University is ranked 393 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

7/10

Value

Nebraska Wesleyan University is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Challenging
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SAT 1010/1240
ACT 22/29
GPA 3.7

Applications Accepted

81.5% 
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Applications Due Aug 15, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$38,898
Costs for Nebraska Wesleyan University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$970
Room and Board $11,374
Budget for Other Expenses$3,500
Total One Year Cost$55,742

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$51,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

64% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Nebraska Wesleyan University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 21%
Health Professions 10%
Education 9%
Biology 9%
Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 8%

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Questions and Answers

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Last updated February 24, 2024