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Your chances of getting into University of Nebraska at Omaha

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

85.9%
Admission Difficulty for University of Nebraska at Omaha
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UNOMAHA is 85.9%.  Its admission rate is the 14th lowest in Nebraska.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UNOMAHA and can you get accepted?

University of Nebraska at Omaha is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 8,162 out of the 9,506 who applied were admitted.

University of Nebraska at Omaha typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.44. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 29% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UNOMAHA?

86% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Nebraska at Omaha you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.44 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 22 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

UNOMAHA GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.44

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Nebraska at Omaha?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UNOMAHA are to have around a 3.44 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.44 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UNOMAHA accepts 86% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UNOMAHA is 3.44 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #8 in Nebraska for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Nebraska at Omaha students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 19.8% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.4% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 15.4% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.1% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 9.7% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 16.2% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 7.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.4% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UNOMAHA SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for University of Nebraska at Omaha
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for University of Nebraska at Omaha
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

UNOMAHA ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-26 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

83%
ACT Scores for University of Nebraska at Omaha
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 17
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for University of Nebraska at Omaha
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 26
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UNOMAHA?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UNOMAHA is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 26.  The school ranks #8 in Nebraska for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 83 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UNOMAHA for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 86% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 92% with a 26 ACT score.

University of Nebraska at Omaha admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >92%
22 to 26 Avg + 86%-92%
18 to 22 Avg - 76%-86%
14 to 18 Reach 63%-76%
Less than 14 Low <63%
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High School Class Rank

77% of University of Nebraska at Omaha freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 45% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Nebraska at Omaha students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 21%
Top 25% of class 45%
Top 50% of class 77%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Nebraska at Omaha admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,389 4,095 9,506
Accepted 4,699 3,450 8,162
Acceptance Rate 87% 84% 86%
Enrolled 1,377 963 2,344
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 29% 28% 29%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

253

Applicants have 253 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Nebraska at Omaha is $45.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Nebraska at Omaha and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Nebraska at Omaha Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Nebraska at Omaha
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=181394 IPEDS survey data for University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Last updated February 24, 2024