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Public 4 Year

Peru State College

Peru, Nebraska

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Overview

Enrollment

1,799
Peru State College overview
Location Peru, Nebraska
Online peru.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Distant Rural
Peru State College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Peru State College, Nebraska's first college established in 1867, is situated in the small rural community of Peru, approximately 60 miles south of Omaha along the Missouri River. The 104-acre campus features historic architecture including the T.J. Majors Building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and sits atop a bluff overlooking the Missouri River Valley. The public college operates as part of the Nebraska State College System, offering undergraduate programs with particular focus on education, business, criminal justice, and psychology. Peru State maintains a residential campus environment with multiple student housing options, including traditional dormitories and apartment-style living arrangements for its student population.

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$5,760
Costs for Peru State College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$960
Other Fees$2,160
Room and Board $9,600
Budget for Other Expenses$3,666
Total One Year Cost$22,146

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$38,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

26% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Peru State College students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 40%
Education 38%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 7%
Psychology 6%
Computer and Information Sciences 2%

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Last updated February 24, 2024