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How to Get Into Nebraska Wesleyan University

Lincoln, NE · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Nebraska Wesleyan University Admissions Statistics

80%
Acceptance Rate
490-660
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
530-630
SAT Math (mid 50%)
22-27
ACT (mid 50%)
1,453
Undergrads
66%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Nebraska Wesleyan University

The bar here is clear

Nebraska Wesleyan University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1020-1290 combined SAT or 22-27 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Nebraska Wesleyan University fits.

Nebraska Wesleyan University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Nebraska Wesleyan University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $53,569
Tuition & fees $43,572
Room & board (on campus) $11,915
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $18,327

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $14,925
$30-48k $16,974
$48-75k $14,594
$75-110k $18,244
$110k+ $23,652
34%
Students receiving Pell Grants
54%
Students taking federal loans
75%
Freshman retention rate
12:1
Student-faculty ratio

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