Best Online and Campus Psychology Schools in Nebraska
This guide to psychology schools in Nebraska provides key facts, rankings, and metrics to help prospective students evaluate undergraduate and graduate psychology programs across the state.
Table of Contents
- Nebraska Psychology School Facts
- Top-Ranked Psychology Programs
- Top 8 Bachelor’s in Psychology Programs
- Graduate Psychology Program Comparison
- Related Articles
- Student Reviews
Nebraska Psychology School Facts
- There are 19 not-for-profit colleges and universities with psychology degree programs in Nebraska.1
- 2 schools offer an associate degree in psychology.1
- 16 schools offer a bachelor’s degree in psychology.1
- 6 schools offer a master’s or advanced degree in psychology.1
- 2 schools ranked in College Factual’s Best General Psychology Schools 2024.2
- No schools ranked in Psychology Degree 411’s Top Schools With Online Psychology Programs.3
- 1 school ranked in The Princeton Review’s Great Schools for Psychology Majors 2024.4
- No schools ranked in Times Higher Education’s Best Universities for Psychology 2023.5
- 10 schools ranked in Most Affordable Schools With a Bachelor’s in Psychology.1
Nationally Ranked Top Psychology Programs in Nebraska
Our curated list of third-party and proprietary rankings can be useful in measuring the overall value and reputation of a program. Note if one of these lists is not present below, no schools in the state were named on it. Generally, schools and programs ranked on multiple lists tend to be stronger in academic quality.
Schools Ranked on Multiple Lists
- College of Saint Mary
- Concordia University-Nebraska
- Hastings College
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- University of Nebraska at Omaha
- Wayne State College
College Factual’s Best Psychology Schools 2024
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln (#54)
- University of Nebraska at Omaha (#152)2
The Princeton Review’s Great Schools for Psychology Majors 2024
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln4
Most Affordable Schools With a Bachelor’s in Psychology
The following Nebraska schools with bachelor’s degrees in psychology have the lowest average net prices. Please note that we grouped regional campuses together and included a range for the net price of these schools. We have included each school’s graduation rate, a key quality metric.
- Peru State College ($11,855 / Grad rate: 38%)
- University of Nebraska Regional Campuses ($13,284-$18,029 / Grad rate: 47%-66%)
- Chadron State College ($13,852 / Grad rate: 38%)
- College of Saint Mary ($14,265 / Grad rate: %)
- Wayne State College ($15,458 / Grad rate: 59%)
- York University ($20,163 / Grad rate: 37%)
- Hastings College ($21,821 / Grad rate: 53%)
- Union Adventist University ($23,602 / Grad rate: 46%)
- Concordia University-Nebraska ($24,099 / Grad rate: 64%)
- Midland University ($24,143 / Grad rate: 43%)1
Top 8 Bachelor’s in Psychology Programs in Nebraska
This table compares the top 8 bachelor’s in psychology programs from not-for-profit schools in Nebraska based on a graduation rate above 50% and an annual net price of $26,000 or below. A high graduation rate is a top indicator of student success, and affordability is a key consideration for prospective undergrad students. Programs in bold text offer hybrid or online options.
| School | Grad Rate*1 | Accept Rate1 | Median Debt*6 | Median Earnings*6 | Full Price In Nebraska1 | Full Price Out of Nebraska1 | Net Price*1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Saint Mary | 59% | 44% | $24,250 | $51,663 | $30,690 | $30,690 | $14,265 |
| Wayne State College | 56% | N.Av. | $19,000 | $46,143 | $16,656 | $16,656 | $15,458 |
| University of Nebraska at Kearney | 60% | 86% | $19,500 | $48,453 | $19,374 | $25,176 | $16,249 |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 66% | 77% | $21,000 | $55,689 | $22,302 | $39,414 | $18,029 |
| Hastings College | 53% | 70% | $27,000 | $49,768 | $45,770 | $45,770 | $21,821 |
| Concordia University-Nebraska | 64% | 90% | $25,750 | $48,132 | $47,770 | $47,770 | $24,099 |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | 69% | 84% | $26,970 | $55,906 | $51,242 | $51,242 | $24,863 |
| Bellevue University | 56% | N.Av. | $20,000 | $60,600 | $19,428 | $19,428 | $25,735 |
*See Table Notes at bottom of page.
Comparison of All Graduate Psychology Programs in Nebraska
This table compares all of Nebraska’s graduate-level psychology programs from not-for-profit schools on multiple factors.
We’ve included accreditation status by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC), and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). We also highlight the levels offered, 2020-2022 pass rates for the Examination for Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP), and tuition information. Note EPPP scores are reported by degree type (clinical, counseling, or school psychology) and level (PhD or PsyD), so some schools may be listed more than once to include all pass rates. Schools in bold text offer hybrid or online options. Tuition per credit hour is more relevant for master’s and PsyD programs due to the fact that PhD students typically receive more program-awarded funding.
| School | Accreditation7-10 | Levels Offered | EPPP Pass Rate 2020-2211 | EPPP # Taking 2020-2211 | Grad Tuition Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue University | — | MA, MS | — | — | $660 |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha | NASP | MA, MS, EdS, PhD | — | — | $365 |
| University of Nebraska Medical Center | — | MS, PhD | — | — | $365 |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Clinical PhD) | APA, NASP | PhD | 89% | 19 | $365 |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Counseling PhD) | APA, NASP | PhD | 73% | 15 | $365 |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln (School PhD) | APA, NASP | PhD | 100% | 14 | $365 |
Related Articles
- Degree Levels Overview: Associate to PhD
- Nebraska Licensure Guide
- Top Online Bachelor’s Programs Ranking
- Psychology Careers by Degree Level
Nebraska Schools With Psychology Programs
Note: Student Reviews are based on the experiences of a few individuals and not everyone has the same results. Please review the “Data, Student Reviews, and Other Information” section in our Terms of Use and Disclaimers.
Bellevue University
1000 Galvin Rd S
Bellevue, NE 68005
(800) 756-7920
https://www.bellevue.edu/
Student Review: “Getting a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology at Bellevue University was a rewarding experience. Some of the testing and presentations we had to give were in person, but the majority of the degree was online, which allowed for some flexibility with my schedule. The assignments could be challenging at times because you would have a week to turn in a large paper that you may not have any previous knowledge of the subject. This was a positive thing for me because it forced me to set aside the time to learn about the subject matter such as different mental illnesses and the different ways people deal with them. The most exciting part of the degree was being able to network with others who were already in the field who were sponsored by the Nebraska Psychological Society. This gave me an opportunity to meet some of the people who could later give me a chance at a job in the field.” – Student at Bellevue University
*Table Notes:
-Metrics are institution-wide unless otherwise noted.
-Graduation rate is completion percentage within six years of start.
-Median (average) debt is cumulative federal loan debt for undergraduate completers in 2020-2021.
-Median earnings are from the 2020-2021 cohort 10 years post school entry.
-Net price is the average yearly price paid by full-time, first-year undergraduate students receiving financial aid. See NCES for more in-depth information.
References:
1. National Center for Education Statistics College Navigator: https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/
2. College Factual, Best Colleges Offering Degrees in Psychology (Nationwide): https://www.collegefactual.com/majors/psychology/rankings/top-ranked/#
3. Psychology Degree 411 Top Schools With Online Psychology Programs: https://www.psychologydegree411.com/degrees/online/
4. The Princeton Review. The Best 388 Colleges, 2023 Edition. The Princeton Review, 2022.
5. Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 – Psychology: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/2023/subject-ranking/psychology
6. Department of Education College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
7. American Psychological Association Accredited Programs: https://accreditation.apa.org/accredited-programs
8. Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs, Directory: https://www.cacrep.org/directory/
9. Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council Accredited Programs: https://mpcacaccreditation.org/accredited-programs/
10. National Association for School Psychologists, Approved Programs: https://apps.nasponline.org/standards-and-certification/graduate-program-approval-and-accreditation/approved-accredited.aspx
11. The Association of Nebraska and Provincial Psychology Boards, 2023 Psychology Licensing Exam Scores by Doctoral Program: https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.asppb.net/resource/resmgr/eppp_/2023_dr_rpt_012024.pdf