University of Nebraska-Lincoln admissions
Lincoln, NE
University of Nebraska-Lincoln acceptance rate
87.5%
15,609 of 17,841 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Less selective. With a rate like this, University of Nebraska-Lincoln is often a likely or safety school for students who meet its requirements.
Key numbers
- Yield: 30% of admitted students enrolled (4,650 of 15,609).
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Common questions about University of Nebraska-Lincoln
What is the acceptance rate at University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
University of Nebraska-Lincoln admitted 87.5% of applicants (15,609 of 17,841) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
4,650 of the 15,609 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 30%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
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