by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UNK worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UNK is ranked #1,411 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within Nebraska, it ranks #15 of 28 for value.
These UNK majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Family & Consumer Economics & Related Services | #2 of 4 |
| Family & Consumer Economics | #8 of 15 |
| Economics | #8 of 15 |
| Other Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | #10 of 26 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #10 of 26 |
| Other Journalism | #12 of 21 |
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies | #23 of 42 |
| Athletic Training | #23 of 42 |
| Business Education | #28 of 55 |
| Teacher Education | #28 of 55 |
Below is the detailed UNK value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
University of Nebraska at Kearney is ranked #8 out of #30 in Nebraska for quality and #15 out of #28 for Nebraska value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the UNK financial aid page to be sure.
University of Nebraska at Kearney is ranked #1,411 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Nebraska at Kearney is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UNK costs about $17,876. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $71,502 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $25,851 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,242 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,876 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $71,502 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the UNK net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What UNK costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UNK degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $103,404 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,502 | #1,411 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,968 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $103,404 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,502 | #15 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,968 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UNK shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,187 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,627 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,549 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,575 |
| Over $110K | $20,731 |
About 83% of UNK undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,172 per year. Get more details on the UNK financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the UNK net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.