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...an accredited, public University offering a quality, affordable education.

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is an accredited, public “Top 10" University offering a quality, affordable education. Located in the Midwest, UNK is one of four institutions in the University of Nebraska system. As a mid-sized, comprehensive, public university, UNK is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. For the second consecutive year, UNK has been ranked a Top 10 Public Midwest Regional University by “U.S. News & World Report."

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Why Choose UNK?

Rated a Top 10 University

Affordable – UNK has one of the lowest tuition rates in the country. For a non-Nebraska resident, graduate tuition ranges from $375 to $444 per credit hour, while undergraduate tuition is $319. For a Nebraska resident, graduate tuition is $245 per credit hour, and undergraduate tuition is $207.

Accredited Programs – UNK is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

A Top 10 University – For the second consecutive year, UNK has been ranked a Top 10 Public Midwest Regional University by “U.S. News & World Report."

Quality Education – UNK offers the same quality distance degree programs and courses that are offered on the campus. The majority of the instruction is taught by credentialed full-time faculty with doctoral degrees who are committed to quality teaching.

Quality Student Support Services – Quality student support services are a hallmark of education at UNK. To help students get started with their online courses, a set of online video tutorials are available, as well as the Online Student Orientation. Other services include 24/7 library services, discounted software and hardware, 24/7 technology help desk, online bookstore, and more.

Global Market – UNK serves a global market with online students in 49 states and several foreign countries. As the course offerings expand, more students will be able to take advantage of UNK’s online courses.

Accreditation

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504; 800-621-7440) and by NCATE, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

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Program Listings:

Bachelor
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Pre-Speech Language Pathology Program

Master
Master of Arts in Education - Art Teacher
Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Master of Arts in Education - Music Education
Master of Arts in Education - Physical Education Master Teacher
Master of Science in Education - Instructional Technology
Master of Science in Education - Science/Math Education

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Facts & Figures
Institutional Accrediting Agency:   (?)
UNK is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. 
Address:
905 West 25th Street
Kearney, NE 68849
US
Institution Type:   (?)
Public Higher Education
Total Online Enrollment:
7000 students as of 9/1/2010
Calendar Type:
The fall and spring semesters are each 15-week terms. The summer consists of three 4-week terms or a combination thereof.
Average Cost per Credit:
Nebraska Residents: undergraduate tuition $207.00; graduate tuition $245.00/credit Out-of State: undergraduate tuition $319.00; graduate tuition $399.00/credit
Credit-earning Options:
No
Delivery Format: (?)
UNK's online degrees use Blackboard course management software. To enhance the quality of online instruction, many courses use multimedia presentations, streaming video, or supplemental CD's.
Carnegie Classification: (?)
Master's College or University I
Technical Requirements:
Minimum: DSL or Cable Modem; PC: Windows Vista, Intel Core2Duo. Macintosh: Mac OS 10.4, Intel Processor. Recommended: DSL or Cable Modem; PC: Windows 7, Intel Core2Duo or better. Macintosh: Mac OS 10.5 or higher, Intel Processor
Geographic Restrictions:
No restrictions.
On-Campus Requirement:
If an on-campus component is required for the course, it will be stated in the course description.
Scholarships Offered:
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Let our Admissions Department help you explore all your scholarship options.
Loans Offered:
Grants and loans are available to students who qualify. Students may apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA). FASFA Code: 002551
Registration Details:
To register for courses, a student must be first admitted to UNK. The admission and registration process is completed online.


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