Overview:

Established:

1908

Location:

Omaha, Nebraska

Type:

Public research university

Enrollment:

15,000+ students

• Notable Milestones:

  • 1968: Became a university
  • 1997: Joined the University of Nebraska system
  • 2011: Received Carnegie Foundation's Community Engagement Classification

• Notable Alumni:

  • Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
  • Bob Kerrey, former U.S. Senator and Governor of Nebraska
  • Tom Osborne, former head football coach at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Student Life:

Extracurricular Activities:

Over 400 student organizations, including clubs, sports teams, and Greek life

Clubs:

Academic, cultural, political, religious, and social clubs

Sports Teams:

NCAA Division I teams in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, and volleyball

• Student Support Services:

  • Academic advising
  • Career counseling
  • Counseling and Psychological Services
  • Disability Services
  • Financial aid
  • Health and Wellness Center
  • International Student Services
  • Student Life Office

• Campus Facilities:

  • Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center
  • Baxter Arena
  • H&K Pavilion
  • Mammel Hall
  • Milo Bail Student Center
  • Roskens Science Center
  • University Library

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • 10 colleges and schools offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs
  • Research centers and institutes
  • Libraries with over 2 million volumes

Faculty:

Over 800 full-time faculty members

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Traditional lectures
  • Small group discussions
  • Hands-on learning
  • Online courses

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring
  • Writing Center
  • Math Lab
  • Science Lab

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors Program
  • First-Year Experience Program
  • Study Abroad Program
  • Undergraduate Research Program

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Ranked among the top 200 national universities by U.S. News & World Report

• Rankings:

  • 1 in Nebraska for Best Value Schools (U.S. News & World Report)

  • 1 in Nebraska for Best Online Bachelor's Programs (U.S. News & World Report)

• Specialized Facilities:

  • Baxter Arena (state-of-the-art sports and entertainment complex)
  • Roskens Science Center (cutting-edge research facility)

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with local businesses and organizations

Notable Alumni:

Warren Buffett, Bob Kerrey, Tom Osborne

Services:

• Health:

  • Health and Wellness Center
  • Counseling and Psychological Services

• Housing:

  • On-campus housing for over 2,000 students
  • Off-campus housing assistance

• Library Resources:

  • University Library with over 2 million volumes
  • Special Collections and University Archives

• Technology Support:

  • IT Help Desk
  • Wireless internet access
  • Computer labs

• Career Development:

  • Career Services Office
  • Internship opportunities
  • Job placement assistance