General Information
The University of Nebraska Omaha
(affectionately known as UNO) is a vibrant, exciting university with a
welcoming student body. It is a national leader in distance learning
and military friendliness, illustrating its commitment to making
educational excellence accessible to students of all types. Whether
your interests include the fine arts, urban planning, an MBA, or
joining the award-winning Mavericks hockey team, you are sure to find
plenty to enjoy and learn at UNO.
UNO is a member of the University of Nebraska system, which also
includes three other campuses: Kearney, Lincoln, and the Medical
Center. Cooperation between the four campuses benefits students and
makes additional distance learning possibilities available. Choose to
live in one of the five residence complexes on campus, or earn your
degree at home with one of UNO's highly developed online degree
programs.
Admissions Information
UNO requires SAT/ACT scores, a high school transcript, and a $45.00 fee
for application. The school accepts about 84 percent of applicants, and
provides specialized admissions information for military members, adult
students, transfers, and other non-traditional students. Once the
admissions process has begun, applicants can check their status online.
College Majors
UNO offers majors in the following categories:
- Arts & Sciences
- Business Administration
- Communication, Fine Arts, and Media
- Education
- Information Science & Technology
- Public Affairs
- Community Service
- Undergraduate Programs
- Freshmen at UNO can choose from the following bachelor-€™s degree programs:
- African-American Studies
- Latin American Studies
- Women's Studies
- Arts, Visual & Performing
- Drama/Theater Arts
- Fine/Studio Arts
- Music
- Bioinformatics
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Accounting
- Banking/Financial Services
- Business – General
- Investments/Securities
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing Management
- Real Estate
- Small Business Administration
- Broadcast Journalism
- Communications/Rhetoric
- Journalism
- Computer Science
- Education of Speech Impaired
- Elementary Education
- Music Teacher Education
- Physical Education
- Secondary Education
- Special Education
- Architectural Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering – General
- Electrical/Communications Engineering
- Engineering Physics
- Construction/Building Technologies
- Industrial Technology
- Manufacturing Technologies
- Creative Writing
- English Language & Literature – General
- Speech/Rhetorical Studies
- Family Resource Management Studies
- Family/Consumer Sciences – General
- Human Sciences Communication
- French
- German
- Spanish
- Community Health Services
- Health System Administration
- Premedicine
- History
- General Studies
- Library Science
- Mathematics
- Gerontology
- Global Studies
- Natural Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Exercise Sciences
- Parks, Recreation & Fitness
- Philosophy
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Physics
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Social Work
- Criminal Justice Studies
- Cartography
- Geography
- Political Science/Government
- Sociology
- Urban Studies
- Air Transportation
- Aviation Management
Graduate Programs
Master's and Doctoral degrees are available in these fields, plus others:
- Accounting
- Athletic Training
- Biology
- Business
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Criminology
- Education
- Geography
- History
- Music
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Special Education
- Theatre
- Urban Studies
In addition, students can earn their certifications in:
- Advanced Writing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Gerontology
- Human Resources Training
- Project Management
- Software Engineering
- Technical Communication
Online Programs
UNO is widely known for its highly developed distance education
program the U.S. News & World Report ranks its online bachelor's
degree program #11 in the nation. Military personnel, adult students,
and others who can not live on campus can earn a degree from UNO in the
comfort and convenience of their own home. There are more than 40 areas
of study available at the bachelor's degree level, and master's degree
programs include:
Social Gerontology
Writing
Political Science
Special Education
Public Administration
Rankings
UNO has been nationally recognized as one of the country's top schools
for community involvement. In addition, the school is proud to be
consistently ranked as one of the most military-friendly universities.
The Military Times declares UNO to be the best public college in the
nation for veterans of the military. The distance learning program is
one of the best in the nation, and the school is dedicated to improving
it even further.
Accreditation
The North Central Association of the Higher Learning Commission
provides accreditation for the University of Nebraska system.
Individual degree programs are accredited by organizations such as the
National Association of Schools of Music, Accreditation Board for
Engineering and Technology, and National Council for Accreditation of
Teacher Education.
Colleges
UNO students receive education through its six colleges:
Arts & Sciences
Business Administration
Communication, Fine Arts, and Media
Education
Information Science & Technology
Public Affairs & Community Service
Financial Aid
A number of scholarships are available for Nebraska residents,
veterans, and other specific groups. In addition, all students are
welcome to apply for federal grants, loans, and scholarships. On-campus
student employment is a possibility, as well as graduate assistantships
and study grants for master's and doctoral level students. The
financial aid office is prepared to assist students make an education
at UNO affordable.
Library System
The Criss Library serves the student and faculty of UNO with course
reserves, special collection, online resources, and other educational
tools. Interlibrary loan and technology services are also available
through the library.
Athletics
Students have the opportunity to compete in multiple NCAA Division I
sports, from baseball and softball to tennis. The Mavericks boast the
state's only hockey team in Division I, which consistently earns
national recognition for its high quality.
Student Housing
Five housing complexes are available for the students of UNO. The
school does not have a campus residence requirement, but does encourage
students to live on campus in order to streamline and enhance their
college experience. Immersion in the many organizations, activities,
and academic pursuits of campus life helps students go beyond the
classroom to gain an appreciation of all that UNO has to offer.
Twelve-month and nine-month contracts are available for housing, as are
meal plans. UNO also has a program to help students find affordable,
high quality off-campus housing.
General Information
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Admission Office 6001 Dodge Street Omaha, NE 68182-0005 (402) 554-2393 (800) 585-8648 Fax: (402) 554-3472 [email protected] Contact: Jolene Adams Director of Admissions |
Main Address 6001 Dodge Street Omaha, NE 68182 (402) 554-2800 www.unomaha.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 11,327 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 1,816 Degree-seeking undergrads: 11,069 Graduate enrollment: 2,886 Setting | Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $45 Online application fee: $45 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 84% Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 69% |
College Majors
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies African-American Studies B Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Bioinformatics B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting B Communications & Journalism Broadcast Journalism B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B Education Education of Speech Impaired B Engineering Architectural Engineering B Engineering Technologies Construction/Building Technologies B English Language & Literature Creative Writing B,C Family & Consumer Sciences Family Resource Management Studies B Foreign Language & Literature French B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Community Health Services B History History – General B Liberal Arts & Sciences General Studies B Library Science Library Science B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Gerontology B Natural Resources & Conservation Environmental Studies B Parks, Recreation & Fitness Exercise Sciences B Philosophy & Religion Philosophy B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Public Administration B Security & Protective Services Criminal Justice Studies B Social Sciences Cartography C Transportation & Materials Moving Air Transportation B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor's degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the
accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to
change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions
officer.