The University of Nebraska at Kearney is a public university in central Nebraska known for its supportive community, strong teacher education and business programs, and vibrant student life featuring Division II athletics and numerous campus activities. Students often rave about the affordable tuition, helpful faculty, and tight-knit campus culture.

State

Nebraska

Student Population

4,385

Acceptance Rate

89%

GPA Range

SAT Range

970-1150

Common Majors

Elementary education, business, liberal arts, health, psychology

"I love UNK's supportive professors who know my name and the affordable tuition with tons of scholarships. The D2 school spirit at games is awesome and super fun to rally around. The campus can feel small and isolated in winter, and there are limited nightlife options off-campus. I wish there were more diverse dining choices."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$6,480

Conference

Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic & academic.

Avg Men's Scores

N/A

Avg Women's Scores

78.8

Men's Team Notes

N/A

Women's Team Notes

The women's golf team had a memorable season highlighted by competing at Meadowlark Hills Golf Course during the MIAA Women's Golf Championship hosted in Kearney. Players battled through challenging conditions with rounds like 324, 331, and 329 team scores. Eight birdies in one round showed promise as they advanced to nationals, capping their best year in program history.

Coaches

Men's Coach

N/A

Women's Coach

Shawn Rodehorst

Men's Email

N/A

Women's Email

rodehorstsw@unk.edu

Men's Coach Bio

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Women's Coach Bio

Under Shawn's direction, UNK has become one of the premier programs in both the MIAA and Central Region. In 2023, the Lopers qualified for the NCAA Championships for the first time in school history after winning the MIAA title in 2022. The record books continue to be rewritten on an annual basis (season and career). Rodehorst also serves as the Student Athlete Success Advisor, working with freshmen and transfers. In 2026, UNK made the NCAA tournament.