Non-Degree Students
Eligibility
Eligibility for non-degree admission requires either of the following:- a four-year U.S bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- an equivalent degree as evaluated by Graduate Studies
These are the steps for an application for non-degree admission for students who are interested in taking classes but who are not in a degree program.
Non-degree admission allows students to:
Non-degree admission allows students to:
- Obtain certifications through UNL certificate programs or teacher certification
- Fulfill prerequisites for degree programs
- Explore graduate programs
- Improve GPA before applying to a degree program
- Start coursework while awaiting formal admission to a degree program
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Submission of Application and MaterialsSubmit the following to the Office of Graduate Studies:
- Online Application for Graduate Admission
- $45.00 non-refundable application processing fee
- One official transcript showing the receipt of a bachelor's degree or another higher post-secondary degree (two sets of transcripts if applying to a certificate program)
- Official verification of English proficiency, if your native language is not English
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Graduate Studies Review
When the online application, $45 application fee, and official transcripts have been received, your file will be reviewed by an admissions evaluator. You will be contacted if additional information is needed by Graduate Studies.
Once all materials have been received, allow 3 to 5 business days for this step unless you have requested Express Admission. -
AdmissionYou will be notified by email and mailed your Certificate of Admission along with other important information for incoming students.
Consult the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions and the Schedule of Classes for course times and locations. Register for classes through What About Me (WAM).
