High school counselors and student services offices at community colleges, state colleges and the University can provide detailed information on career choices, financial aid packages, and the availability of special programs such as minority outreach, honors, and military programs. In addition, students must graduate in the upper half of their high school class or have an ACT score of 20 or higher or an SAT score of 950 or higher. UNL requires four units of math. UNO and UNK require three units of math and an additional elective. The University of Nebraska Medical Center is also a part of the University system.
UNMC programs require undergraduate course completions prior to admission.
Community colleges are provided in six areas, conveniently located throughout the state.