University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, University of Nebraska-Lincoln has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 65% of students who start college at University of Nebraska-Lincoln complete all the credits required within six years.

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

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

What Classes Will I Take At University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

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

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

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

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

Majors at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

When choosing a major, University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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. University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Does University of Nebraska-Lincoln Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

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

Does University of Nebraska-Lincoln Offer Online Classes?

✅ University of Nebraska-Lincoln true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does University of Nebraska-Lincoln Offer Credit for AP Classes?

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

Does University of Nebraska-Lincoln Have An Honors Program?

✅ University of Nebraska-Lincoln true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Does University of Nebraska-Lincoln Require Internships?

🟨 University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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.

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Additional Information About University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln Library

The main library on campus is the Love Memorial Library and there are 8 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers these dual degree programs:

•Animal science/veterinary science with Iowa State University

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 University of Nebraska-Lincoln have any ROTC programs?

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

University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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 University of Nebraska-Lincoln include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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