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Colleges / Nebraska Wesleyan University

Nebraska Wesleyan University

Lincoln, NE 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate81%

Nebraska Wesleyan University Academics

Nebraska Wesleyan University requires at least 126 semester credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at Nebraska Wesleyan University, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Nebraska Wesleyan University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Nebraska Wesleyan University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 59% of students who start college at Nebraska Wesleyan University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program X
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Nebraska Wesleyan University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Nebraska Wesleyan University?

Nebraska Wesleyan University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Nebraska Wesleyan University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Nebraska Wesleyan University

When choosing a major, Nebraska Wesleyan University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Nebraska Wesleyan University.Nebraska Wesleyan University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major. Nebraska Wesleyan University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska Wesleyan University


Does Nebraska Wesleyan University Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Nebraska Wesleyan University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Nebraska Wesleyan University Have An Online Program?

✅ Nebraska Wesleyan University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Nebraska Wesleyan University Give AP Credit?

✅ Nebraska Wesleyan University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Nebraska Wesleyan University Have An Honors Program?

❌ Nebraska Wesleyan University false or a Freshman Honor College.

Does Nebraska Wesleyan University Require Internships?

🟨 Nebraska Wesleyan University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Nebraska Wesleyan University


Nebraska Wesleyan University Library

The main library on campus is the Cochrane Woods Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Nebraska Wesleyan University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Nebraska Wesleyan University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Washington University in St. Louis, Columbia University and University of Nebraska-Lincoln

•3+2 program in Athletic Training all at NWU (student earns a Bachelor's of Science in Exercise Science and Masters in Athletic Training from NWU)

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Nebraska Wesleyan University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Nebraska Wesleyan University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Nebraska Wesleyan University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,688

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

81%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$41,762

Out-of-State

$41,762

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 26
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