UNO Transfer Viewbook | 2020-21

TRANSFER INFORMATION BOOKLET

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TRANSFER INFORMATION

15,431

Mavericks comprise the UNO student body

2,000+

Students live on campus

281

Registered clubs and organizations

15+

Service days offered every year, providing students with opportunities to volunteer

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AT UNO, YOU H AV E

ACCESS TO E XCEP TIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO LIVE AND LEARN.

The university you choose says a lot about what you want to do, and who you want to be.

UNO Mavericks are independent thinkers who study and explore with classmates and professors who are passionate about their fields. Get to know UNO and you’ll see why we choose to be Mavericks, and why you should, too.

KNOW THE “O” UNO is a premier metropolitan university that combines the resources of a doctoral research institution with a thriving community in the heart of Omaha, Nebraska.

With a global reach and vision, UNO is large enough to provide the educational endeavors you seek, yet personal enough to include the mentorship you need to achieve academic excellence.

EDUCATION WITHIN REACH UNO’s tuition rates are among the lowest in the region

Omaha has truly become a part of our campus with unlimited opportunities for collaboration, giving students access to exceptional experiences in service learning, applied research, and other collaborative activities that enhance time in the classroom.

This is the “O” we want you to know—forward-thinking, student-centered, and devoted to the city we call home.

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OMAHA CONNECTION Our location offers students: • Plenty of restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, concert venues, and other activities, some within walking distance of campus • Proximity to local and national athletic events as well as museums, performing arts centers, the zoo, biking/hiking trails, and other cultural experiences • Internship and career opportunities in government, business, education, technology, communications, health care, and more • Access to Fortune 500 companies with headquarters in Omaha including Berkshire Hathaway, Kiewit, Mutual of Omaha, and Union Pacific

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MAJORS

UNO is a distinguished research university and offers nationally recognized bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees

For an in-depth list of program offerings and GPA requirements, visit

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GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS UNO has a required general education curriculum that must be completed before graduation from a UNO bachelor’s degree program.

To learn more and see what classes are approved as general education courses, visit

[ GE NE D.UNOM A H A .E D U ] ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER ACDC advises exploratory students before they have completed 45 credit hours and helps them by identifying relevant majors, careers, and Academic Focus Areas related to their interests.

ACDC advisors help students determine their personal, academic, and professional goals, while also supporting them in finding balance between education, work, family, and other interests.

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Minimum 2.0 GPA for transfers/readmits.

Bioinformatics Biology Black Studies Chemistry Economics English Environmental Science Foreign Languages & Literature General Science Geography Geology History Interdisciplinary Studies International Studies Latino/Latin American Studies Mathematics Medical Humanities Molecular and Biomedical Biology Neuroscience Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Women’s & Gender Studies CAS offers a variety of concentrations, minors, and certificate programs.

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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 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 Minimum 2.25 GPA for transfers/readmits.

SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Art History Creative Writing Studio Art Theatre SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION Communication Studies Journalism & Media Communication SCHOOL OF MUSIC Music Music Education (K-12) Music Performance Many other concentrations and minors are available through CFAM.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND HUMAN SCIENCES Minimum 2.5 GPA for transfers/readmits.

TEACHER EDUCATION Early Childhood Inclusive Education Elementary Education Secondary Education Library Science (non-teaching program) SPECIAL EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS Elementary Education, Special Education Secondary Education, Special Education Speech Language Pathology SCHOOL OF HEALTH & KINESIOLOGY Kinesiology Public Health BIOMECHANICS Biomechanics CEHHS offers many concentrations and endorsements, including the Middle Level Concentration, Sign Language Interpreter Concentration (non-certified), and Physical Education Teaching Endorsement.

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Majors and programs COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Minimum 2.5 GPA for transfers/readmits.

Bioinformatics Computer Science IT Innovation Cybersecurity Management Information Systems Multiple concentrations, minors, and certificate programs are available through IS&T.

COLLEGE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Minimum 2.5 GPA for transfers/readmits.

Aviation Criminology and Criminal Justice Emergency Management Gerontology 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 › Aviation Studies › Behavioral Health › Biology › Civic Leadership › Communication Studies › Computer Science › Criminology & Criminal Justice › Cybersecurity › Emergency Management › English › Environmental Science › Fine Arts › General Administration › General Science › Geography › Gerontology › Healthcare Administration › History › Industrial Distribution & Logistics › Information Technology › International Studies › 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

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Certificate programs OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED ON UNO’S CAMPUS

STUDENT INTEREST GROUPS/ PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS 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 These are not degree-granting programs. Our pre-professional programs allow you to pursue the major of your choice while completing the prerequisites often at the same time.

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN PROGRAMS UNO offers University of NebraskaLincoln (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 on the UNO campus. ** Program can only be completed at UNO. UNL programs are taught in the Peter Kiewit Institute (PKI) on UNO’s campus.

ACADEMICS UNO is dedicated to providing rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs taught by faculty who are national and international experts in their fields.

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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE UNO’s six colleges offer unique opportunities in research and firsthand experiences that are critical to gaining an edge in a competitive global marketplace.

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Arts and Sciences (CAS) Business Administration (CBA) Communication, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS) Information Science & Technology (IS&T) Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS)

MODES OF LEARNING UNO has tailored classes to be accessible to meet the various needs of all students and offers four modes of learning:

In-person: Instructors and

Online Instruction: Students

students attend classes on campus on the scheduled day and time.

access courses and interact with the instructor using digital technology at flexible dates and times.

Remote Instruction: Instructors and students meet using digital technology (i.e. Zoom) at the scheduled date and time of the course.

Hybrid Instruction: Mix of in-person instruction and either remote or online instruction, with reduced contact time on campus.

DIVISION OF CONTINUING STUDIES The Division of Continuing Studies (DCS) offers a flexible, individualized degree program, ideal for adults 21 and older, seeking degree completion or pursuing a college degree for the first time. Students interested in the Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies program may contact DCS to meet with an academic advisor and receive a free unofficial transfer credit evaluation.

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ADMISSION 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 in which you applied • Be in good academic standing at your previous institution(s)

TRANSFERRING CREDITS UNO participates in several articulation agreements with area colleges. To see whether your course has been evaluated and how it may transfer, visit

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Transfer Credit Requirements • Credit is only accepted from regionally accredited two- and four-year colleges or universities • A grade of C- or higher must be earned in course to be accepted for transfer • A maximum of 64 semester hours can be transferred to UNO from a two-year institution • All credit hours transferable are converted to semester credit hours • Grades earned at another institution do not become a part of the student’s UNO cumulative GPA, unless earned at another University of Nebraska campus • Final determination of transfer credit and how it applies to your area of study will be decided by an academic advisor in your program To learn more about transfer credit policies and how your credits will transfer to UNO, visit

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GENERAL INFORMATION TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS

COST OF ATTENDANCE * The information below is based on full-time enrollment of 27 credit hours or more for the nine-month academic year (2020-21).

NE Resident

Non-Resident

Tuition & Fees

$8,136

$21,718

Housing & Meals** (not required)

$10,196

$10,196

Books & Supplies (estimate)

$1,120

$1,120

$19,452

$33,034

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If you need financial assistance to attend UNO, there are several scholarships and additional forms of aid available to transfer students.

Nebraska Residents Nebraska Promise (expanded financial aid program) • Funds full tuition costs to Nebraska residents whose family income (adjusted gross income) is $60k or less or are Pell Grant eligible, are enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more), and maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher (4.0 scale)

* 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.

• There is no separate application; eligible students are identified automatically through submitting the FAFSA annually by April 1

** 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

• $1,000 renewable

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Transfer Success Scholarship • Minimum 2.5 GPA (4.0 scale) to apply

Iowa Residents Metropolitan Advantage Program

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE If you are transferring from another school, your financial aid will not transfer with you to UNO. You must add UNO to your FAFSA application and have your eligibility evaluated at UNO. This includes your Pell Grant and loan eligibility. You must reapply for aid each year by completing the FAFSA.

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Students who do not qualify for Nebraska resident tuition but work in Nebraska and pay Nebraska income taxes are entitled to tuition credit upon documented evidence. The credit is meant to offer a tuition break and cannot be used to lower tuition below the normal charge for resident students.

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Non-Residents UNO Advantage Scholarship • Awarded competitively on a first-come, first-served basis.

Amounts will vary.

Nebraska Legacy Scholarship

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• Provides reduced tuition for students or residents of Iowa counties: Cass, Crawford, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Monona, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, Shelby, and Woodbury

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• Awards up to the difference between resident and non-resident tuition to incoming students who are children of University of Nebraska alumni • Transfer students must have a 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) More information about scholarships, including requirements and deadlines, can be found at

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Transfer students must be admitted and apply for scholarships by March 1

Eric Hamilton is a transfer student with a not-so-typical transfer background.

Starting his college career in Sioux City, Iowa, Eric decided the atmosphere there wasn’t for him before returning home to Omaha and joining the Navy.

When he was medically discharged, Eric knew UNO was the perfect fit to provide him the support he needed while he worked towards a degree.

“I have been fortunate enough to have served my country and then come home and be able to utilize UNO’s Office of Military and Veteran Services,” Eric said. “In addition to that group, UNO has also provided me personal support with injury rehabilitation and mental health counseling.”

One of the best parts of UNO, Eric said, is the inclusive atmosphere.

From the moment he stepped on campus, UNO felt like home and that encouraged him to become more involved. Since coming to UNO, not only has Hamilton been involved with the university’s nationally-recognized military support services, he’s also joined the UNO chapter of the Theta Chi fraternity as well as a group called Black Excellence.

DON’T JUST COME AND GO TO SCHOOL. UNO GOES OUT OF ITS WAY TO ENSURE YOUR SUCCESS. FREE TUTORS, INTERNSHIPS, FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES; JUST SIGN UP! YOU’LL NEVER KNOW WHO YOU WILL MEET!

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SCHEDULE A CAMPUS VISIT Visiting campus is the best way to get to know UNO and see for yourself why more and more students are choosing to be a part of the Maverick family. We offer a variety of visit opportunities to help ensure that you find the best option to fit your needs.

Schedule your visit online today!

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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES UNO has specifically designed programs and services to support students academically, socially, and physically.

• Academic and Career Development Center (ACDC)

• Learning Communities

• Accessibility Services

• Military and Veteran Services

• Campus Testing Services

• Multicultural Affairs

• Campus Recreation

• Nebraska Medicine UNO Health Center

• Civic and Social Responsibility

• Math-Science Learning Center

• Counseling and Psychological Services

• Speech Center

• Gender and Sexuality Resource Center

• Writing Center

• Wellness Center

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HOW TO BECOME A MAVERICK! GET STARTED, APPLY TODAY!

P LAN YOUR CAMPUS VISIT

A PPLY TO UNO

Schedule your visit online or call 402.554.6281

Start your application online and pay your $45 application fee.

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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/VisitCampus Office of Financial Support and Scholarships: 402.554.2327 | financialaid.unomaha.edu Office of Military and Veteran Services: 402.554.2349 | military.unomaha.edu

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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. 0015BKUGA0820 All facts and figures presented in this book are based off of statistics obtained from the 2019-2020 academic year.

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