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York University

York University

York, NE · Town · 428 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Town
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

York University is a private, Christ-centered liberal arts institution in rural Nebraska best known for its tightly knit community and strong academic programs in education, business administration, psychology, and pre-health sciences. Rooted in the Churches of Christ tradition, campus culture centers on spiritual growth through daily chapel, vibrant performing arts traditions like the annual Songfest, and enthusiastic participation in NAIA athletics. The university distinguishes itself through an intimate 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring that students receive highly personalized mentorship, practical leadership opportunities, and a values-driven education from day one.


Wikipedia:York University is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is Canada's third-largest university, with approximately 53,500 students, 7,000 faculty and staff, and over 375,000 alumni worldwide. It has 11 faculties, including the Lassonde School of Engineering, Schulich School of Business, Osgoode Hall Law School, Glendon College, and 32 research centres.

Location
York, NE, 68467-2699 · Town campus
Nearest airport from college
OMA · Omaha
93 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$34,268
Avg net price
$20,951
Room & board
$10,300
Tuition
$23,000
Books & supplies
$300/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$19,343
$30–48k
$19,940
$48–75k
$20,531
$75–110k
$22,098
$110k+
$22,789
Admissions
Admit rate
52%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1022
Reading 450540
Math 430570
ACT midpoint
19
Composite 1623
English 1523
Math 1623
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

This school does not appear to use the Common Application. Check the school's admissions website directly for essay requirements and application instructions.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
44%
4-yr on-time completion
30%
1st-yr retention
69%
Transfer-out rate
39%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
43%
Transferred
35%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
21%
Median earnings (6yr)
$36,447
Median earnings (10yr)
$44,130
Median debt
$21,500
Monthly loan payment
$228
Debt range (25th–75th)
$5,500$27,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$36,500
Student Body
Men 53%Women 47%
11
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
40%
First-generation
33%
Median family income
$44,836
Independent students
12%
Avg age at entry
20.0
Part-time students
7%
Race & ethnicity
White
55%
Hispanic
15%
Black
10%
Non-resident
15%
Unknown
4%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$36,447
10 years after entry
$44,130
Business Administration, Management and Operations40
Biology, General14
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas9
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities9
Psychology, General7
Accounting and Related Services5
Special Education and Teaching3
Criminal Justice and Corrections3
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods2
Mathematics2
History2
Communication and Media Studies1
English Language and Literature, General1
Natural Sciences1
Chemistry1
Music1
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Institutional
Endowment
$23M
Classification
Baccalaureate (Diverse)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
51%
Avg faculty salary
$5,879/mo
Instructional spend/student
$5,315
Federal loan rate
64%

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