University of Nebraska at Kearney Acceptance Rate
Kearney, Nebraska · Public · 4-year or above
- Applicants
- 7,253
- Admitted
- 6,222
- Yield
- 14.6%
- 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 at Kearney's acceptance rate has risen from 84.1% in 2014–15 to 85.8% in 2023–24. Applications grew from 2,706 to 7,253 (+168%) over that period.
Its 85.8% rate makes University of Nebraska at Kearney more selective than about 30% of the 1,419 schools tracked here. Among 11 tracked Nebraska schools, it is more selective than about 36%.
In 2023–24, women were admitted at a higher rate (87.8% for women vs 83% for men, a 4.8-point gap). University of Nebraska at Kearney has been test-optional since 2022–23. Of admitted students, 14.6% enrolled (the yield rate) in 2023–24.
Full year-by-year table
| Year | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | 2,706 | 2,276 | 84.1% | 990 |
| 2015–16 | 2,511 | 2,144 | 85.4% | 938 |
| 2016–17 | 2,815 | 2,395 | 85.1% | 1,008 |
| 2017–18 | 5,911 | 4,832 | 81.7% | 904 |
| 2018–19 | 5,559 | 5,205 | 93.6% | 944 |
| 2019–20 | 5,324 | 4,535 | 85.2% | 863 |
| 2020–21 | 5,359 | 4,738 | 88.4% | 833 |
| 2021–22 | 6,076 | 5,488 | 90.3% | 958 |
| 2022–23 | 6,794 | 5,842 | 86% | 863 |
| 2023–24 | 7,253 | 6,222 | 85.8% | 910 |
Acceptance rate by gender
| Group | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women | 4,203 | 3,691 | 87.8% |
| Men | 3,042 | 2,525 | 83% |
| Another gender | 8 | 6 | 75% |
SAT / ACT ranges & policy
Test-optional (considered if submitted).
| Test | 25th–75th percentile | % submitting |
|---|---|---|
| SAT EBRW | 480–590 | 4% |
| SAT Math | 490–560 | |
| ACT Composite | 18–25 | 88% |
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 at Kearney's acceptance rate?
University of Nebraska at Kearney's acceptance rate is 85.8% for 2023–24, the most recent year of federal IPEDS data (6,222 admitted of 7,253 applicants).
Is University of Nebraska at Kearney test optional?
University of Nebraska at Kearney is test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are considered if submitted but not required.
How many people apply to University of Nebraska at Kearney?
University of Nebraska at Kearney received 7,253 applications in 2023–24 and admitted 6,222.
What SAT score do you need for University of Nebraska at Kearney?
Admitted students at University of Nebraska at Kearney typically scored 480–590 on SAT Reading/Writing and 490–560 on SAT Math (middle-50% ranges).
Is University of Nebraska at Kearney getting harder to get into?
University of Nebraska at Kearney has become easier to get into: its acceptance rate went from 84.1% in 2014–15 to 85.8% 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.unk.edu/.