University of Nebraska at Kearney Cost & Financial Aid Information

$16,564
Average Net Price
97%
Receive Aid
37%
Pell Recipients
Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at University of Nebraska at Kearney is $16,564 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$16,564

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$14,677
$30,001-48,000$14,929
$48,001-75,000$16,464
$75,001-110,000$19,605
$110,000+$21,068

Financial Aid

University of Nebraska at Kearney demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 97% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 37% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

97%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

37%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $8,302 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $14,260. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $10,702, which is 50% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $8,302

Out-of-State: $14,260

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,302
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,502

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,302
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,002

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$14,260
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$29,460

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$14,260
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$29,460

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,302
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$12,002

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$14,260
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$18,460

Cost Analysis

Analyze how UNK's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, University of Nebraska at Kearney has increased costs by $131, representing a 0.8% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$16,433

Current Year

$16,564

Change

+$131

Affordability & Value

University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid97%
Pell grant recipients37%
Student-faculty ratio13:1