University of Nebraska–Lincoln
(NU)
Part of University of Nebraska System
About
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is the flagship university for the state of Nebraska, a member of the Big Ten Conference, and ranked in the top tier of U.S. research universities. The university, along with the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska at Omaha, ranks among the top 100 universities worldwide in earning U.S. patents to protect innovative research and d...
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is the flagship university for the state of Nebraska, a member of the Big Ten Conference, and ranked in the top tier of U.S. research universities. The university, along with the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska at Omaha, ranks among the top 100 universities worldwide in earning U.S. patents to protect innovative research and discoveries, according to a 2019 report by the National Academy of Inventors and the Intellectual Property Owners Association. The university’s 2018-19 total graduating class was the largest in school history, and the student body in fall 2019 was the most diverse in school history, reflecting Nebraska’s land-grant commitment to providing access to higher education. With a combination of strong academics and affordability, Nebraska was named a Best Value College for 2019 by Forbes and The Princeton Review. Nearly 26,000 students are enrolled in Nebraska’s nine colleges: Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Sciences, Engineering, Hixson-Lied Fine and Performing Arts, Journalism and Mass Communications, and Law.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 301 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 66 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 23,880
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 16.7 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 7%
- Female : Male
- 50 : 50
- Staff
- 6,432
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
38 subjectsQS
15 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 40 | 70.0 | 2026 |
| Geology | 201-250 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-240 | - | 2022 |
| English Language & Literature | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | =390 | 60.6 | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 451-500 | - | 2022 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 501-575 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 601-675 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 751-850 | - | 2025 |
US News
21 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences | 73 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Food Science and Technology | 135 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | 141 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =195 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =210 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology | =228 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | =235 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =236 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Molecular Biology and Genetics | =263 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =295 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =310 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =351 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =375 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =401 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | 432 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =482 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =487 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =500 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =543 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =610 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =817 | 52.9 | 2026 |
THE
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 201–250 | 45.3 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 301–400 | 42.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 301–400 | 43.0 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 301–400 | 36.3 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 401–500 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 501–600 | 33.9 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501–600 | 24.6 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Nebraska–Lincoln?
University of Nebraska–Lincoln's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 801-850, THE Rank 501–600, ARWU Rank 301-400, US News Rank =490.
When was University of Nebraska–Lincoln founded?
University of Nebraska–Lincoln was founded in 1869.
What are the top subjects at University of Nebraska–Lincoln?
Top subjects at University of Nebraska–Lincoln include: Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture & Forestry, Agricultural Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Food Science & Technology.
Where is University of Nebraska–Lincoln located?
University of Nebraska–Lincoln is located in Lincoln, United States.