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MAVERICK LIFE UNDERGRADUATE VIEWBOOK 2021-2022
Choosing the right university is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. At UNO, you’ll find academic pathways towards the career you want, small class sizes for a more personalized education, and affordable tuition that’s among the lowest in the region. All of this is happening in the heart of a thriving city where you’ll have access to internships and a variety of entertainment experiences. Explore UNO and find out if this is the place for you.
ACADEMICS
LIFESTYLE
MAVSPIRIT
5 RETHINKING HIGHER EDUCATION
10 INVOLVEMENT
15 ATHLETICS
12 HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE
15 CAMPUS & COMMUNIT Y EVENTS
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MA JORS & PROGRAMS
8 ACADEMIC SUCCESS
SUPPORT
AFFORDABILITY ADMISSIONS
17 CULTURE OF SUPPORT
20 FINANCIAL AID
24 APPLICATION DEADLINE
18 SUPPORT SERVICES
21 COST OF AT TENDANCE
24 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
21 FAFSA INFORMATION 22 SCHOL ARSHIPS
24 TRANSFER TO UNO 26 BECOME A MAVERICK
R EN ATA VA L QUIER CH AV E Z College of Arts and Sciences Renata Valquier Chavez did it all as a Maverick: Student Body President, track and field athlete, Thompson Learning Community member, state relations intern, sustainability advocate, and honors student. Exceptionally motivated and talented Mavericks like Renata with passions for community engagement and academic excellence will find themselves in good company in the University Honors Program.
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Rethinking Higher Education Solving the challenges of our increasingly complex world requires interdisciplinary thinking and interdisciplinary solutions. [ A C A DEMIC S.UNOM A H A .EDU ]
Not sure what you want to study? Start with Exploratory Studies!
5 ACADEMIC FOCUS AREAS: 1. Public Service, Healthcare, and Helping Professions
The Exploratory Studies concentration gives you the chance to explore various options for a major while still fulfilling your general education credits, so you don’t waste time or money.
2. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) 3. Business and Innovation
Before you’ve completed 45 credit hours, you will work with advisors and faculty to help you identify relevant majors and careers related to Academic Focus Areas of interest (left).
4. Culture, Ethnicity, and Social Justice 5. Creative Production and Performing Arts
Are you exceptionally motivated and want more out of your classes? Join the University Honors Program! The University Honors Program is an individualized and challenging academic program designed specifically for ambitious and high-achieving students. It aims to provide an enhanced and supportive learning environment through Honors-only courses.
Looking for more from your major? Add a minor! Regardless of your major, adding a minor to your course of study will help you create a strong foundation for academic success. Minors enrich your college experience by giving you a multidisciplinary approach to learning.
MULTIDISCIPLINARY MINORS MAY INCLUDE: • Black Studies • Chicano/Latino Studies
Honors works seamlessly within every major at UNO, with unique and engaging classes crossing interdisciplinary boundaries and opening possibilities for further study and mentoring opportunities.
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• LGBTQ and Sexuality • Native American Studies • Sustainability
ADVANTAGES OF UNIVERSITY HONORS MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE: • Priority course registration
• Dedicated housing
• Scholarships and fellowships
• Community space
• Opportunity for undergraduate research and creative activities
• Women and Gender Studies
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AND 30 GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS UNO is a distinguished research university and offers nationally recognized bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. [ A C A DEMIC S.UNOM A H A .EDU/M A JOR S ] ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (ACDC) Minimum 2.0 GPA for transfers/readmits.
Geology › Career Track › General Geology
Exploratory Studies
History
ACDC advises students exploring different majors before they have completed 45 credit hours and helps them identify relevant majors, careers, and Academic Focus Areas related to their interests.
Interdisciplinary Studies › Exploratory Studies › Individualized Studies › Integrative Studies
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES (CAS) Minimum 2.0 GPA for transfers/readmits.
International Studies › Area Studies › Global Strategic Studies › International Management & Business Leadership
Psychology › Cognitive Science › Developmental Psychology › Forensic Psychology › Industrial-Organizational Psychology › Mental Health › Neuroscience & Behavior › School Psychology Religion Sociology › Anthropology › Families & Inequality › Health & Society › Inequality & Social Justice › Work & Organizations
Bioinformatics
Latino/Latin American Studies
Biology › Education
Mathematics › Applied Mathematics › Computational Mathematics › Data Science › Education › Operations Research › Pre-Actuarial Math › Pure Mathematics › Statistics
Women’s & Gender Studies › Gender and Leadership
Medical Humanities
Ancient Mediterranean Studies Holocaust and Genocide Studies Human Rights Studies Islamic Studies Leadership & Public Policy LGBTQ/Sexuality Studies Medieval/Renaissance Studies Native American Studies Sustainability
Black Studies Chemistry › Education › Medicinal Chemistry Economics English › American Literature › British/Irish/Anglophone Literature › Creative Nonfiction › Language Studies › Secondary English Teaching Environmental Science › Analytical Sciences › Earth Sciences › Geography & Planning › Life Sciences Foreign Languages & Literature › French › German › Spanish General Science › Medical Laboratory Science Geography › Geographic Information Science & Technology › Travel & Tourism
Molecular and Biomedical Biology › Biomedical Sciences › Molecular Biotechnology Neuroscience Pharmaceutical Sciences Philosophy › Ethics, Law, and Social-Political Philosophy › Philosophy of Brain and Mind Physics › Biomedical Physics › Education Political Science › Foreign & National Security Affairs › Government Affairs & Civic Engagement › Law & the Courts › Political Thought › Race, Ethnicity & Gender Politics
INTERDISCIPLINARY MINORS The College of Arts & Studies offers over 30 minors in the disciplines, subdisciplines, and interdisciplinary fields listed here. Please visit our website for a complete listing.
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (CBA) Minimum 2.5 GPA for transfers/readmits.
Business Administration › Accounting › Banking & Financial Markets › Business Analytics › Business Finance › Economics › Entrepreneurship › Management › Human Resources Management
› International Business › Investment Science & Portfolio Management › Legal Studies › Logistics & Supply Chain Management › Marketing › Real Estate & Land Use Economics › Sales
COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION, FINE ARTS AND MEDIA (CFAM) Minimum 2.25 GPA for transfers/readmits.
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Art History Creative Writing › Creative Nonfiction › Fiction & Poetry › Screenwriting Studio Art › Art Education (K-12) › Graphic Design › Media Arts › Three Dimensional Arts › Two Dimensional Arts Theatre › Acting/Directing › Design › Stage Management › Technical Theatre
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION Communication Studies Journalism & Media Communication › Creative Media › Journalism › Public Relations & Advertising
SCHOOL OF MUSIC Music › Jazz Studies › Music Entrepreneurial Studies › Music Studies-Instrumental › Music Studies-Keyboard › Music Studies-Voice › Music Technology
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Music Education (K-12) › Brass › Keyboard › Percussion › String › Voice › Woodwind Music Performance › Brass › Keyboard › Percussion › String › Voice › Woodwind
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND HUMAN SCIENCES (CEHHS) Minimum 2.5 GPA for transfers/readmits.
TEACHER EDUCATION Early Childhood Inclusive Education Elementary Education › English as a Second Language › Family and Community (non-certified) › Inclusive Practices › School Librarian › Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) DUAL ENDORSEMENT AREAS:
› Deaf/Hard of Hearing (PK-6) › Early Childhood Education (PK-3) › English as a Second Language (PK-6) › Special Education (K-6) Middle Grades (5-9) ENDORSEMENT AREAS:
› Language Arts › Mathematics › Natural Science › Social Science Secondary Education ENDORSEMENT AREAS:
› Art (PK-12) › Basic Business, Marketing & Information Technology (6-12) › Biology (7-12) › Chemistry (7-12) › English Language Arts (7-12) › French (7-12) › German (7-12) › Mathematics (6-12) › Music (PK-12) › Physics (7-12) › Physical Education (PK-6 & 7-12) › Physical Education (7-12) & Health (7-12) › Science (7-12) › Secondary English (7-12) › Social Science (7-12) › Spanish (7-12) DUAL ENDORSEMENT AREAS:
› Deaf/Hard of Hearing (7-12) › Special Education (7-12) SUPPLEMENTAL:
› Coaching (7-12) › English as a Second Language (7-12) › Information Technology (PK-12)
CONCENTRATIONS (OPTIONAL):
› Inclusive Practices › School Librarian › Youth and Training (non-certified) Library Science (non-teaching program)
SPECIAL EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATION DISORDERS
COLLEGE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE (CPACS) Minimum 2.5 GPA for transfers/readmits.
Aviation › Air Transportation Administration › Professional Flight › Unmanned Aircraft Systems
For Deaf/Hard of Hearing endorsement, see Elementary or Secondary Education.
Criminology and Criminal Justice › Victimology and Victim Services
Special Education– Elementary Education
Emergency Management › Aviation Administration › Criminology & Criminal Justice › Fire Service Management › Geospatial Science › Gerontology › Information Technology & Communication › Intelligence & Security › Logistics Management › Natural Disasters › Non-Profit Management › Planning and Preparing for Urban Hazards › Private Sector Management › Public Administration & Management › Public Health › Tribal Management & Emergency Services › Unmanned Aircraft Systems
ENDORSEMENT AREA:
› Special Education (K-6) Special Education– Secondary Education ENDORSEMENT AREA:
› Special Education (7-12) Sign Language Interpreter Concentration (non-certified) Communication Disorders (non-teaching program) Prerequisite for graduate professional program
SCHOOL OF HEALTH AND KINESIOLOGY For students interested in Athletic Training, prerequisites for admission to graduate programs in Athletic Training can be fulfilled through Kinesiology. Athletic Training has moved to the graduate level degree program only.
Kinesiology Public Health
BIOMECHANICS Biomechanics
COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (IS&T) Minimum 2.5 GPA for transfers/readmits.
Bioinformatics Computer Science › Artificial Intelligence › Game Programming › Information Assurance › Internet Technologies Cybersecurity IT Innovation Management Information Systems › Global IT Leadership & Management › i-Business Application/Development/ Management › Information Assurance › Internet Technologies › IT Audit & Control
Gerontology › Administration › Health › Healthy Aging Social Work
DIVISION OF CONTINUING STUDIES 30+ concentration options offered to students 21 years or older. No minimum GPA required to be admitted to the Multidisciplinary Studies Degree program. Design an individualized plan of study or choose from an area of concentration.
Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies › Applied Leadership › Aviation Studies › Behavioral Health › Biology › Communication Studies › Computer Science › Criminology & Criminal Justice › Cross-Sector Leadership › Cybersecurity › Emergency Management › English › Environmental Science › Fine Arts › General Administration › General Science › Geography › Gerontology › Healthcare Administration › History › Industrial Distribution & Logistics › Information Technology › Library Science
› Management Information Systems › Media Communication › Native American Studies › Nonprofit Administration › Organizational Studies › Philosophy › Political Science › Psychology › Public Policy Studies › Religion › Sociology › Sustainability › Urban Studies › Women’s & Gender Studies
OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED ON UNO’S CAMPUS STUDENT INTEREST GROUPS/ PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS These are not degree-granting programs. Our pre-professional programs allow you to pursue the major of your choice while completing the prerequisites at the same time.
Athletic Training Chiropractic Clinical Perfusion Cytotechnology Dental Dental Hygiene Genetic Counseling Law Medical Lab Science Medicine Nursing Occupational Therapy Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Physician’s Assistant Radiation Science Technology Veterinary Medicine
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKALINCOLN (UNL) PROGRAMS UNO offers UNL programs on our campus. See the catalog or go online to view course and admission requirements.
College of Engineering MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
› Construction Management* ENGINEERING PROGRAMS
› Architectural Engineering** › Civil Engineering* › Computer Engineering* › Construction Engineering* › Electrical Engineering* › Pre-Agricultural Engineering › Pre-Biological Systems Engineering › Pre-Mechanical Engineering * Programs that can be completed entirely at the UNO campus. ** Program can only be completed at UNO. UNL programs are taught in the Peter Kiewit Institute (PKI) on UNO’s campus.
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ACADEMIC S | AC ADEMIC SUCCESS
Committed to your academic success. With a variety of student support programs, professional development resources, and flexible learning modes, we’ll help you achieve your academic goals.
Academic Learning Communities (ALC)
Academic Support Centers
Academic Learning Community students take coursework together, participate in projects with one another, and provide a built-in support network that can assist students in being academically successful.
Need help in a specific subject? Our academic support centers are designed to give you the extra help you need to succeed.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTERS INCLUDE: LEARNING COMMUNITIES INCLUDE:
• Math-Science Learning Center
• Goodrich Scholarship Program
• TRIO Project Achieve
• Jim and Shirley Young Scholars Program
• University Honors Program
• Teacher Scholars Academy • Thompson Learning Community (TLC)
• Speech Center and Writing Center
• Scott Scholars • UNO Air Force ROTC • UNO Army ROTC
Cutting-edge Facilities To keep our students on the forefront of education and technology, UNO students have access some of the most unique, cutting edge facilities in the region.
Research and Creative Activity
SOME OF OUR TOP FACILITIES INCLUDE:
At UNO, student research and creative activity is thriving because our students have access to expert faculty mentors, student grants and travel funds, and resources that prepare them for graduate or professional school. From cybersecurity to improving mobility for stroke patients, our research has a global impact.
• Aviation Advanced Simulation Facility • Bioinformatics Computing Lab • Biomechanics Research Building
• Creative Production Lab • Koraleski Commerce and Applied Behavior Lab
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4 Learning Models We understand that flexibility is important to our students who need to balance their education with life commitments. That’s why we offer different learning models for select programs and classes.
Academic & Career Development The Academic and Career Development Center (ACDC) helps students reach success with resources for academic and career exploration.
ACDC SERVICES INCLUDE: • Academic Advising for Exploratory Studies students • Major exploration • Career exploration • Job and internship search
500+ Employers participated in UNO career fairs, practice interviews, career panels, and on-campus recruiting last year.
• Practice interviews • Résumé and cover letter review • Workshops and panel discussions
In-person
Online Instruction
Instructors and students attend in-person classes on campus on the scheduled day and time of the course.
Students access courses and interact with the instructor using digital technology at flexible dates and times.
Remote Instruction
Hybrid Instruction
Instructors and students meet using digital technology, i.e. Zoom, at the scheduled date and time of the course.
Mix of in-person instruction and either remote or online instruction, with reduced contact time on campus.
THE GREAT THING ABOUT UNO IS, THERE ARE PROFESSORS WHO COME FROM ACADAMIA, BUT ALSO PROFESSORS WHO HAVE THEIR CAREERS IN THE PROFESSIONAL WORLD. J A K E FER R IN College of Information Science & Technology, IT Innovation Major
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LIFEST YLE | INVOLVEMENT
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Life at UNO isn’t complete until you discover everything it has to offer outside the classroom. Getting involved on campus can enhance your college experience. You’ll meet new people, explore your interests, and develop new skills.
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Registered clubs and student organizations
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GET INVOLVED Being part of an organization on campus gives you the chance to build a community with other Mavericks who share your passions and interests, and connects you with resources that will support you along the way.
Student Organizations Omaha Greeks Student Government Maverick Productions
Fraternity and Sorority Life, also called Omaha Greeks, provide leadership development opportunities through service, scholarship, and social growth.
Community Service Intramural & Club Sports Outdoor Venture Center (OVC)
Each Greek chapter is unique in its traditions and members, and they all support UNO.
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What opportunities can I participate in to get involved?
Commitment to philanthropy
We are committed to developing and preparing student leaders, like you, as agents of positive social change. With choices such as service learning courses and Signature Service Days, you will have a variety of opportunities to connect to the city and serve.
Worldwide connections
How do I volunteer?
Campus involvement
The Collaborative Learn more about our chapters and the recruitment process.
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Courses with a community engagement component
J A’N A E SMI T H College of Arts and Sciences Psychology Major / Zeta Phi Beta sorority With a father and a brother who graduated from UNO, campus always felt like home to Ja’Nae Smith. In Zeta Phi Beta – a Black Greek Letter sorority and one of 17 Greek organizations at UNO – she found her Maverick Family. “My sorority has really shown me how to be selfless, that it’s not always about me,” Smith said. “It’s about continuing the legacy that came before you and making sure that continues after you.”
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LIFEST YLE | HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE
Your time at UNO will be full of unforgettable experiences. Our on-campus residences offer everything you need to stay on track, study, and get involved on campus.
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4. ALL-INCLUSIVE Utilities, internet, and cable included in rent
1. 1. APARTMENT-STYLE Shared main living space, full kitchen, and bathroom areas
2. PRIVACY Private bedrooms with large personal closet space
3. AMENITIES Laundry facilities, study lounges, multimedia rooms, fitness areas, and barbecue pavilions
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Six residence halls located on Dodge and Scott campuses. Each facility is different. Floor plan options are available online.
STUDENTS WHO LIVE ON CAMPUS TEND TO: Enjoy easy access to campus resources (library, labs, athletic facilities, support services) Make new friends through residence hall social activities
Join clubs, get involved, and become part of the campus community Show greater gains in student development and interpersonal self-esteem
Find students with similar academic interests to study with and earn higher grade point averages Participate in more studentcentered events on campus
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OMAHA IS YOUR CAMPUS, MAKE THE MOST OF IT! Living on campus has its perks, and so does living in Omaha. Our residence halls put you in the center of campus and the city.
THEMED HOUSING AND LIVING LE ARNING COMMUNITIES Housing & Residence Life offers a number of living learning and themed communities. Enhancing your on-campus housing experience, these communities provide additional programming and support based on your academics and personal interests.
This is just a snapshot of what Omaha has to offer.
Annual festivals and events featuring music, food, arts, culture, and more
Living communities include: CBA Scholars Living Learning Community
Honors Living Learning Community
Engineering the Leader in You Living Learning Community
Scott Scholars Living Learning Community
Entrepreneurial Living Learning Community
Sustainability Themed Community
Gender Inclusive Housing Global Themed Community
Service Themed Community
Thompson Learning Community (TLC)
Aksarben Village offers restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and a movie theatre within walking distance
Wellness Themed Community
J A ROD CER NOUSE K College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media Theatre Major / Student Ambassador As a freshman from a town 3 hours away, I always planned to live on campus. However, after seeing how nice the residence halls are at UNO, I was sold! Not only is my apartment up-to-date and spacious, but it provides an easy commute to all my classes. I simply wake up and have access to all the resources such as the library or gym right here. That’s probably why I’ve chosen to stay a resident all four years. You can’t beat the commute.
My favorite thing about living on campus has been the relationships I’ve been able to build. My closest friends are people I’ve met while living here and I wouldn’t have developed those friendships if it weren’t for having roommates and attending the various housing activities offered in my building.
Local and national athletic events, concerts, museums, and performing arts centers
Omaha’s city parks, lakes, rivers, and walking/biking trails provide ample outdoor recreation activities
Internship, career, and applied research opportunities in a variety career fields
MAVS UNO has been a part of the Omaha community for more than 110 years, which means we’ve had over a century to create traditions and keep the Maverick Momentum rolling! How do Mavericks show their school spirit?
UD! WE WEAR BL ACK AND GET LO
Check out #mavspirit on social media to see what Maverick Spirit is really all about!
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Students get admission to concerts, games, art exhibits, and other events!
Our student athletes are competing at the highest level in athletics and academics. Pick a team and cheer them on with our student section! Division I Men’s Sports Baseball | Basketball | Golf | Hockey | Soccer | Swimming & Diving | Tennis
SPIRIT Division I Women’s Sports
Basketball | Cross Country | Golf | Soccer | Softball Swimming & Diving | Tennis | Track & Field | Volleyball
ONCE A MAVERICK, ALWAYS A MAVERICK CAMPUS & COMMUNITY EVENTS
UNO has its own way of celebrating Mavericks, and we do it big! Come to our campus and community events held throughout the year, and experience it for yourself.
DURANGO DAYS
DE-STRESS FEST
DANCE MARATHON
15 SIGNATURE SERVICE DAYS
Multiple days of free food, live music, and social activities to start the semester off right.
A week of fun activities and events specifically designed to lower stress levels during finals.
A student-run event that raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Gives student volunteers a chance to engage in service projects around the Omaha community.
A L LY NEL S ON College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences Biomechanics Major / TRANScend Student Group After a lifetime of trying to make others proud, biomechanics student Ally Nelson found a place at UNO where she could be herself with the help of TRANScend, a student group for those who find themselves along the transgender spectrum. “I felt really alone until I found TRANScend. You can have all the cis, straight people in the world tell you that you’re valid and you’re not alone, but you don’t realize it until you meet those other people [like you].”
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YOU’RE NOT JUST A STUDENT. YOU’RE A COMPLEX BEING, A WHOLE PERSON. We know that wellness is more than just staying physically healthy, so we work to create a more inclusive environment where you can find balance in your life and improve your overall wholeness, happiness, and health. UNO stands ready to assist the Maverick community— at any time—with important resources and a variety of programs dedicated to empowering all of our students to reach their educational and professional goals because we hear you, we see you, and you are welcome here.
Photo taken at UNO’s Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center
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SUPPORT
COMES IN MANY FORMS CAMPUS RECREATION Campus Recreation enhances quality of life through fun and diverse recreational and leisure opportunities. • Strength and fitness programs • Intramural and competitive sports clubs • Outdoor Venture Center (OVC) • Aquatics
• Climbing Wall • Massage Room/Spa • Injury Prevention Center • Men’s, women’s, and inclusive locker rooms
COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (CAPS) CAPS provides services that can assist with challenges that have impacted your overall well-being. These could include adjusting to life events, relationship issues, and mental health changes. Counseling services are confidential and conducted by Licensed Mental Health Practitioners. • Support Groups • Short-term Counseling • Recovery Community
• Emergency Services • Consultation • Outreach Education
Student safety is our priority, with resources available on campus and online to help keep you and your friends safe.
NEBRASKA MEDICINE UNO HEALTH CENTER Nebraska Medicine UNO Health Center is available for provider visits, injury care, and immunizations. Most provider visits are free for students; however, there is a minimal fee for lab work, x-rays, or supplies used in a procedure.
ACADEMIC AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (ACDC)
ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES CENTER
We empower students to explore, develop, and succeed at UNO and beyond. We prepare students for meaningful work by building bridges with campus, community, and employers.
The Accessibility Services Center (ASC) collaborates with students, administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure that we provide reasonable and appropriate accommodations and equal access to university programming for our students with disabilities.
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MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS Supporting Everyone
Multicultural Affairs (MCA) works to support the underrepresented students at UNO by offering opportunities to share knowledge, cultivate meaningful relationships, and develop an appreciation for all perspectives. • Cultural Events & Celebrations • Cultural Student Organizations • Academic Advising
• Tutoring • FAFSA Workshops • Success & Support Programs
MILITARY & VETERAN SERVICES Military and Veteran Services (MVS) works to support UNO’s military-affiliated community by providing all service members, veterans, and their families with resources and services developed to help them succeed — whether it’s on campus, on-line, or overseas.
GENDER & SEXUALITY RESOURCE CENTER UNO is recognized as the “Best College for LGBTQ+ Students in Nebraska” BestColleges, 2020
The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) promotes equity, access, and inclusion for all genders and sexualities through education, resources, advocacy, and activism. It offers specific programs and services for women, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans spectrum, queer spectrum, intersex, asexual, non-straight, and gender nonconforming (LGBTQIA+) peoples, and survivors of interpersonal violence in the UNO community.
Top 25 Best For Vets College Military Times, 2021
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FINANCIAL TOP 6 QUESTIONS ABOUT
There are a lot of options for offsetting the cost of education—from grants, scholarships, work aid, federal loans, and alternative loans. Talk to one of our financial aid representatives to find the solution that makes sense for you.
Q: When do I apply for financial aid?
Starting on October 1 of each year, students can access the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). • •
Q: Am I eligible to apply for financial aid? You are eligible to apply for and receive federal aid as long as you meet the following requirements: • • • • • •
U.S Citizen or eligible non-citizen Have a valid Social Security Number Have a high school diploma or equivalent (or will have one by the year you are receiving aid) Must be enrolled/planning to enroll in a degree seeking program Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress Not owe a refund on a federal student grant or be in default on a federal student loan
Complete the FAFSA to discover the types of aid that you qualify for. Students of all income levels may qualify for federal student loans, so we encourage any student who believes they will need assistance to apply.
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Complete the correct FAFSA for the school year you’ll be enrolled and would like to receive aid in – for classes starting Fall 2022, the FAFSA is available October 2021. Complete the FAFSA before April 1 to receive priority consideration for all types of aid at UNO Renew your FAFSA every year to be eligible for aid for the each new school year
Q: How do I apply for financial aid? The U.S. Department of Education encourages students to use the online FAFSA form at fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA requires income information from 2 years prior to the academic year that you are applying. The IRS Data Retrieval Tool is available as a fast, secure, and easy method of reporting tax information on the FAFSA by directly transferring data from the IRS into your FAFSA. We encourage all students to use this tool.
Q: How do I get help filing my FAFSA? If you need assistance filing your FAFSA, contact the EducationQuest Foundation at 402.391.4033.
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UNO’s tuition rates are among the lowest in the region
COST OF ATTENDANCE* The information below is an approximation based on full-time enrollment of 27 credit hours or more for the nine-month academic year (2021-22).
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haven’t been admitted to UNO yet, Q: Ishould I wait to apply for Financial Aid? You don’t have to be admitted to UNO in order to file your FAFSA. You should complete your FAFSA as soon as possible and be sure to include UNO (school code 002554) on the application if you are considering applying or attending. Please note: you’ll become eligible to receive a Financial Aid package from UNO once you have been admitted into a degree-seeking program.
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What happens after I submit my financial aid application?
After you complete your FAFSA, you will receive a Federal Student Aid Report (SAR) which is a summary of your application along with several notifications, including your eligibility of a Pell Grant. For Incoming First-year Students: Awarding process begins midDecember. You will be notified via your personal email address. You will see confirmation that we received your FAFSA on your MavLINK To-Do List. Your To-Do List may also list additional documents that our office is requesting. Please submit these documents promptly to avoid delays in processing your aid. We cannot process or send you an award notification until all additional documents are submitted and reviewed.
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Non-Resident
Tuition & Fees
$8,136
$21,718
Housing & Meals** (not required)
$10,414
$10,414
Books & Supplies (estimate)
$1,120
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* The information provided is not a bill; this is a cost estimation based on current tuition rates. The estimates are conservative by design, and in no way attempt to reflect differences in actual costs incurred by students with differing lifestyle choices. The University of Nebraska at Omaha reserves the right to increase or modify tuition and fees without prior notice, upon approval by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents. ** Room and meal costs are estimates. Students are not required to live on campus. Meal plans are not required for students living on campus except for residents of Scott Hall and Scott Crossing Academic. Detailed room rates can be found at housing.unomaha.edu
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of UNO students receive some form of financial aid
UNO FAFSA INFORMATION You must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to receive full consideration for all forms of student aid including scholarships. Apply early to maximize the amount of aid you can receive. APPLICATION OPENS: October 1
PRIORITY DEADLINE: April 1
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UNO’S SCHOOL CODE: 002554
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22 SUPPORT | SCHOL ARSHIPS ACCESS TO EXCEP TIONAL
SCHOLARSHIPS View current UNO scholarship opportunities and submit an application through your MavLINK account by clicking on “Apply for Scholarships.”
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Our scholarships have varying deadlines. Apply for admission and to the general scholarship application as early as possible.
Nebraska Resident Scholarships SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION INFORMATION
R E GE N T S S C H O L A R S HIP
Full tuition
Minimum ACT score of 30
Top 25% of graduating class or cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to four years (120 credit hrs) at UNO with a maintained cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher (4.0 scale)
CHANCELLOR’S S C H O L A R S HIP
$4,000/year
Minimum ACT score of 28-29
Top 25% of graduating class or cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to three years at UNO with a maintained cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)
DE AN’S S C H O L A R S HIP
$3,000/year
Minimum ACT score of 26-27
Top 25% of graduating class or cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to three years at UNO with a maintained cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)
F A C ULT Y S C H O L A R S HIP
$1,000/year
Minimum ACT score (or SAT equivalent) of 23-25
Top 25% of graduating class or cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to three years at UNO with maintained full-time enrollment and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
M AV E R I C K S C H O L A R S HIP
$1,000/year
Minimum ACT score (or SAT equivalent) of 23-25
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.25-3.49 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to three years at UNO with maintained full-time enrollment and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
$1,500/year
Minimum ACT score (or SAT equivalent) of 26-27
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.25-3.49 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to three years at UNO with maintained full-time enrollment and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
$2,500/year
Minimum ACT score (or SAT equivalent) of 28-29
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.25-3.49 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to three years at UNO with maintained full-time enrollment and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
$5,500/year
Minimum ACT score (or SAT equivalent) of 30-36
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.25-3.49 (4.0 scale)
Renewable up to three years at UNO with maintained full-time enrollment and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS!!
Graduating high school seniors will AUTOMATICALLY BE CONSIDERED for most of our first-year student scholarships by applying to UNO by February 1 of your senior year.
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DEL A NE Y VA C C A RO BEDN A R Financial Support Counselor, UNO’s Financial Support and Scholarship We understand that navigating the financial aspects of going to college can be intimidating, but we’re here to help make that process easier for you and your family! If you have questions, need help getting connected to campus resources, have special financial aid circumstances, or your family wishes to meet with a representative – connect with a financial aid representative and get the support you need.
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AMOUNT
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION INFORMATION
S U S A N T. B UF F E T T S C H O L A R S HIP
Varies
For Thompson Learning Center (TLC) students
buffettscholarships.org
WA LT E R S C O T T, JR . S C H O L A R S HIP
Varies
For students attending UNO College of Information Science & Technology, UNL College of Engineering, and other STEM-related programs.
scholarships.unomaha.edu/scott
GOODRICH S C H O L A R S HIP
Varies
Both a merit- and needs-based scholarship program
goodrich.unomaha.edu
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Tuition Assistance Programs SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
NE B R A S K A P R O MI S E
Full tuition up to 30 credit hours per academic year
Nebraska residents whose family income (adjusted gross There is no separate application; eligible students income) is $60k or less or are Pell Grant eligible are identified automatically through submitting the FAFSA annually by April 1 Enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more), and maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher (4.0 scale)
ME T R O P O L I TA N A D VA N TA GE P R O GR A M
Reduced tuition
Current residents and former high school graduates from 11 Iowa counties including Cass, Crawford, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Monona, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, Shelby, and Woodbury. Transfer students may be eligible if they meet specific requirements.
Non-resident Scholarships SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
UN O A D VA N TA GE S C H O L A R S HIP
Varies
Awarded competitively on a first-come, first-served basis Awards up to the difference between resident and non-resident tuition to selected new undergraduate students who are not residents of Nebraska
NE B R A S K A L E G A C Y S C H O L A R S HIP
Varies
Minimum ACT composite of 24 or higher (or SAT equivalent)—transfer students must have a 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale)
OR Top 1/3 of graduating class
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Awards up to the difference between resident and non-resident tuition to incoming first-year students who are children of University of Nebraska graduates
The University of Nebraska at Omaha reserves the right to modify scholarship values and eligibility criteria without prior notice based on institutional needs.
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UT O B A W O O KN T D E E N OU Y G N I H T RY
N O I S S I M D A EVE
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Application Deadlines S UMME R 2 0 2 2 S E ME S T E R – July 1, 2022 F A L L 2 0 2 2 S E ME S T E R – August 22, 2022 S P R IN G 2 0 2 3 S E ME S T E R – January 2023 S UMME R 2 0 2 3 S E ME S T E R – July 1, 2023
Admission Requirements Along with your application, you’ll be asked to submit a $45 application fee, test scores, and an official high school transcript. Your records must show completion of the 16 minimum course unit requirements (below) and one (1) the following: • ACT composite score of 20+ • SAT score of 1040+ • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale) • Class ranking in the upper 50% COURSE UNIT REQUIREMENTS E N GL I S H
All units must include intensive reading and writing experience.
4 units
M AT H
Courses must include Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry
3 units
SOCIAL S C IE N C E
At least one (1) American and/or World History; one (1) American Government and/or Geography
3 units
N AT UR A L S C IE N C E
At least two (2) must be selected from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Sciences. One (1) must include a lab course
3 units
F O R E I GN L A N GU A GE
Must be two (2) of the same foreign language
2 units
ELECTIVE
One additional year from any listed above
1 unit
T O TA L TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS Completed transferable coursework from a regionally-accredited collegiate institution following high school graduation Graduated from a regionally-accredited high school or completed the equivalent academic training (GED) Meet the GPA requirement for the program to which you applied Be in good academic standing at your previous institution(s)
16 units
HOW TO TRANSFER TO UNO Adult Learners There’s no need to navigate the college search and admission process alone. The Division of Continuing Studies (DCS) offers a flexible, individualized degree program, ideal for adults 21 and older. Students interested in the Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies program are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor to receive a free unofficial transfer credit evaluation.
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Meet With Your Admissions Rep Meet with your admissions representative to learn about the transfer credit policies at UNO and apply by the term deadline.
Application deadlines: Fall – August 22 | Spring – January | Summer – July 1
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Check Out Transfer Scholarships If you need financial assistance to attend UNO there are several scholarships and forms of aid available to transfer students. For a full list of scholarships and aid, visit
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Transfer Your Credits The Transfer Articulation Guide is a tool you can use to see how coursework from other colleges and universities typically transfers to UNO. Go online to see if your credits transfer, and speak with your admissions representative about any questions you have.
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Submit Your FAFSA Financial aid does not transfer directly to UNO when you change schools. You must add UNO to your FAFSA application and have your eligibility evaluated at UNO (includes your Pell Grant and loan eligibility). You must reapply for aid each year by completing the FAFSA.
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26 ADMISSIONS | HOW TO BECOME A MAVERICK
6 EASY STEPS TO BECOMING A MAVERICK We know applying for college can be overwhelming, so we’ve broken it down into six essential steps that will help you become a Maverick.
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VISIT CAMPUS [ V ISI T.UNOM A H A .EDU ] You may think you know UNO, but seeing campus for yourself is an entirely different experience. When you visit UNO, you’ll get to capture the overall “feel” of campus. From our Wellness Center to our On-campus Housing units to the Milo Bail Student Center, you will have a chance to see it all.
APPLY TO UNO [ A P P LY.UNOM A H A .EDU ]
Are there advantages to applying early? You bet! After you’ve been admitted to UNO, you’ll be eligiable for financial aid, able to apply early for housing, and automatically considered for most of our first-year scholarships. PRO TIP: MEET YOUR ADMISSIONS REP Your admissions representative is there to help your navigate the application process and answer any questions along the way.
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DOWNLOAD THE ExploreUNO APP
PRO TIP: VISIT MORE THAN ONCE! UNO offers several different types of visit experiences to help you get the full sense of life as a Maverick.
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Complete our application for undergraduate admission with your education history and submit the $45 application fee through your MavLINK account.
SUBMIT HOUSING APPLICATION [ HOUSING.UNOM A H A .EDU ] Check out our housing options on Dodge and Scott Campus. Admitted students can submit your housing application starting on November 1. Housing fills up fast, so it’s best to reserve your spot early! Apply through MavLINK.
PRO TIP: ATTEND A HOUSING SHOWCASE! Tour any residence hall, chat with Housing and Residence Life staff, meet current oncampus residents, and ask a lot of questions. Events happen in the fall and spring.
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CHECK YOUR MAVLINK [ M AV L IN K .UNOM A H A .EDU ]
Your MavLINK account is the one-stop shop to finish your admissions checklist items, send official transcripts, submit your immunization records, schedule your placement exams, and more.
SUBMIT YOUR FAFSA [ FA F S A .UNOM A H A .EDU ]
Starting October 1, you can submit your FAFSA electronically using UNO’s school code 002554. Even if you don’t think you’ll qualify for aid, it’s still a good idea to complete the FAFSA application.
Completing your FAFSA form can open up opportunities for different types of financial aid and scholarships that may be available to you.
PRO TIP: SUBMIT EARLY! Financial aid is distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Submitting early, will give you a better chance at more federal financial aid or school financial aid.
CONFIRM YOUR SPOT [ OR IEN TAT ION.UNOM A H A .EDU ]
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Pay enrollment deposit and register for new student orientation to help you make a successful transition to UNO. You’ll be notified when orientation registration opens for the semester that you were admitted.
IMPOR TAN T DAT E S OCT 1
NOV 1
FAFSA application available online for financial aid
Housing & Residence Life applications available online
MAR 1
APR 1
MAY 1
Admission and scholarship deadline for transfer students
Priority deadline for submitting financial aid
$100 enrollment deposit deadline to confirm your spot
Connect with the University of Nebraska at Omaha Office of Undergraduate Admissions admissions.unomaha.edu
unoadmissions@unomaha.edu
402.554.2393
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Campus Visits/Maverick Landing: 402.554.6281 | BEaMAV.com/VisitUNO Financial Support and Scholarships: 402.554.2327 | financialaid.unomaha.edu Military and Veteran Services: 402.554.2349 | military.unomaha.edu Accessibility Services: 402.554.2872 | accessibility.unomaha.edu The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. 0303BKUGA0821 All facts and figures presented in this book are based off of statistics obtained from the 2020-2021 academic year.
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