University of Nebraska-Lincoln Acceptance Rate
Lincoln, Nebraska · Public · 4-year or above
- Applicants
- 18,354
- Admitted
- 14,146
- Yield
- 33.2%
- Test policy
- Test-optional
Latest official IPEDS 2023–24 · Updated July 2026
Acceptance rate & applications over time
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Over the 10 years of federal data, University of Nebraska-Lincoln's acceptance rate has risen from 69.9% in 2014–15 to 77.1% in 2023–24. Applications grew from 11,865 to 18,354 (+55%) over that period.
Its 77.1% rate makes University of Nebraska-Lincoln more selective than about 48% of the 1,419 schools tracked here. Among 11 tracked Nebraska schools, it is more selective than about 55%.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln has been test-optional since 2020–21. Of admitted students, 33.2% enrolled (the yield rate) in 2023–24.
Full year-by-year table
| Year | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | 11,865 | 8,293 | 69.9% | 4,652 |
| 2015–16 | 9,724 | 7,425 | 76.4% | 4,628 |
| 2016–17 | 11,193 | 8,425 | 75.3% | 4,860 |
| 2017–18 | 14,947 | 9,623 | 64.4% | 4,905 |
| 2018–19 | 14,956 | 11,906 | 79.6% | 4,816 |
| 2019–20 | 16,829 | 13,165 | 78.2% | 4,775 |
| 2020–21 | 17,495 | 13,601 | 77.7% | 4,771 |
| 2021–22 | 17,775 | 14,411 | 81.1% | 4,736 |
| 2022–23 | 19,102 | 15,022 | 78.6% | 4,640 |
| 2023–24 | 18,354 | 14,146 | 77.1% | 4,699 |
Acceptance rate by gender
| Group | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women | 10,229 | 7,891 | 77.1% |
| Men | 8,107 | 6,243 | 77% |
SAT / ACT ranges & policy
Test-optional (considered if submitted).
| Test | 25th–75th percentile | % submitting |
|---|---|---|
| SAT EBRW | 550–660 | 8% |
| SAT Math | 540–670 | |
| ACT Composite | 22–28 | 83% |
How University of Nebraska compares
Where this school sits among peers of similar selectivity — each dot is a school's current acceptance rate on the same scale.
Frequently asked
What is University of Nebraska-Lincoln's acceptance rate?
University of Nebraska-Lincoln's acceptance rate is 77.1% for 2023–24, the most recent year of federal IPEDS data (14,146 admitted of 18,354 applicants).
Is University of Nebraska-Lincoln test optional?
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are considered if submitted but not required.
How many people apply to University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
University of Nebraska-Lincoln received 18,354 applications in 2023–24 and admitted 14,146.
What SAT score do you need for University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
Admitted students at University of Nebraska-Lincoln typically scored 550–660 on SAT Reading/Writing and 540–670 on SAT Math (middle-50% ranges).
Is University of Nebraska-Lincoln getting harder to get into?
University of Nebraska-Lincoln has become easier to get into: its acceptance rate went from 69.9% in 2014–15 to 77.1% in 2023–24.
How this is calculated
Acceptance rate = admitted ÷ applicants, first-time degree-seeking undergraduates, from the U.S. Department of Education's IPEDS Admissions (ADM) survey; institution details from the IPEDS Institutional Characteristics (HD) survey. Data span: 2014–15 to 2023–24. Official site: www.unl.edu/.