Real costs by state · Nebraska · public colleges, in-state prices
Across 3 Nebraska public colleges, families earning $75,000–$110,000 paid between $15,540 and $18,975 per year — the lowest at University of Nebraska at Omaha. (Federal College Scorecard data, July 2026 refresh; in-state prices.)
| School | Sticker / yr | $75–110k families paid |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska at Omaha | $21,120 | $15,540 |
| University of Nebraska at Kearney | $25,808 | $16,703 |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | $26,697 | $18,975 |
"Paid" is the average net price reported to the U.S. Department of Education for aided in-state families at $75,000–$110,000 household income — planning data, not an offer. Out-of-state families typically pay more. Other income bands are on each school's page.
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