Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Lincoln, Nebraska |
| Online | nebrwesleyan.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Nebraska Wesleyan University is located in a residential area of Lincoln, Nebraska's capital city. Founded in 1887 by Nebraska Methodists, the institution occupies a 50-acre campus featuring a blend of historic limestone buildings and modern facilities, including the recently renovated Elder Theatre and Duane W. Acklie Hall of Science. The private liberal arts university maintains selective admission standards and operates on a four-four-one academic calendar, offering undergraduate programs with notable strengths in nursing, business, and theatre arts. Students are required to live on campus for their first two years, with housing options including traditional residence halls and Greek houses, and the university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Prairie Wolves.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Nebraska Wesleyan University is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Nebraska Wesleyan University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#519 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#361 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Nebraska
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Nebraska
#377 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Nebraska
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1210 |
| ACT | 22/27 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,010 |
| Room and Board | $9,982 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,140 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Education | 9% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025