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Union Adventist University

Lincoln, NE·Private nonprofit·439 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 439 students.

100%
Accept
439
Students
$20,884
Net Price
46%
Grad Rate
$47,700
Earnings
10 yr
$18,750
Debt

About This School

Union Adventist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lincoln, Nebraska with approximately 439 undergraduate students enrolled. Union Adventist University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 100%. The average net price after financial aid is $20,884 per year. The graduation rate is 46%, and the typical graduate earns $47,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Union Adventist University is a private college in Lincoln, Nebraska, United States. Known as Union College from 1891 to May 5, 2024, it is owned and operated by the Mid-America Union Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It is accredited by the Adventist Accrediting Association (AAA) and the Higher Learning Commission. It is a part of the Seventh-day Adventist education system.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: an 80% freshman retention rate suggests students who enroll generally feel at home, but only 46% actually graduate — a real red flag worth asking admissions about directly. At $20,884/year net cost and median debt of $18,750, the financial exposure is relatively modest, and median earnings of $47,700 a decade out are reasonable but not exceptional. This is worth considering primarily if you're Seventh-day Adventist and want a faith-integrated, small-campus experience (just 439 undergrads) in Lincoln — but students without that religious connection may find limited reason to choose it over other options.

Founded
1891
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions39%
Business & Marketing13%
Biological Sciences13%
Psychology5%
Education5%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Communications4%
Computer Science2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Sandra Pierantozzi

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite21

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$27,990
Out-of-State Tuition
$27,990
Avg Net Price
$20,884
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants24%
Median debt at graduation$18,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
46%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
80%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.5x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White48%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino26%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (439 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Union Adventist University

3800 S 48th Street

Lincoln, NE 68506

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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