Financial Aid | University of Nebraska at Kearney

Paying for College

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is the state’s most affordable university, and most students receive financial aid to make UNK an exceptional value. Out-of-state students benefit with the New Nebraskan Scholarship and receive in-state tuition. Many types of financial aid such as scholarships and grants address how to pay for college. Don’t let the cost of college keep you from pursuing your goals – explore options of paying for college.

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to using the Principles & Standards of the College Cost Transparency Initiative in its student financial aid offer.

Types of Financial Aid

Scholarships

See scholarships, deadlines and how to apply for them.

Grants

Free money you receive through federal aid by submitting the FAFSA

Loans

Federal loans by submitting the FAFSA and private loans

Work Study

Part-time work with work study and other student employment opportunities

FAFSA New Nebraskan Nebraska Promise

How To Apply For Aid

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First-Time Freshman

Transfer Student

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Current Undergraduate

Current Graduate

Military and Veterans Faculty and Staff International Study Abroad Co-Enrollment

UNK Students Receive Top Aid

33.7%less student loan debt among UNK Grads than the national average (comparing to data from the College Board)
$12,696average need-based award in scholarships and grants to freshmen*
90.3%9 of 10 freshmen received scholarship and/or grants*

*2024-25 UNK Common Data Set reporting 2023-24 Financial Aid data

Additional Resources

Special Circumstances Verification Process FAQ and Videos Satisfactory Academic Progress Financial Aid Timeline Exit Loan Counseling Other Financial Aid Resources Nebraska Promise Financial Literacy Understanding Your Financial Aid Offer

Office of Financial Aid