PrivateUrbanNebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, Nebraska 68504-2794
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private institution in Lincoln with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1209, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,405 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,140.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Prairie Wolves
History & Fun Facts
- •History Nebraska Wesleyan University was originally announced in 1886 and was a replacement for the former Methodist college of the same name.
- •The university officially opened in October 1888, with the completion of its first building, now known as Old Main.
- •Wesleyan opened as the only Methodist university in the state and had a single building with a 40 acres (16 ha) campus.
- •In 1933, the Nebraska Wesleyan University changed its nickname from the Coyotes to the Plainsmen.
- •In 1971, the university's Board of Governors adopted a new code of conduct, known as a Student Bill of Rights.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1209
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
44.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,500
Programs (52)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
75%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
11
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NE state average + large city premium