NE Public 4-year Clery Act 2026 data

University of Nebraska at Omaha — Campus Safety & Crime Statistics

OMAHA, NE · 15,015 enrolled students. Clery Act data 2021–2023 · 58 total on-campus incidents. Safety score 1.80 per 1,000 students · national rank #1924.

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Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 15,015 enrolled

Categories31%22%9%18%20%Criminal offensesVAWAHate crimesArrestsDisciplinary refs
Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 15,015 enrolled

University of Nebraska at Omaha is a Public institution located in OMAHA, NE, enrolling approximately 15,015 students. Clery Act data spanning 2021–2023 records 58 total on-campus incidents across all reported crime categories. With a safety score of 1.80 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students, the institution ranks #1924 nationally and #12 within NE.

University of Nebraska at Omaha reports Clery Act campus safety data across 3 years , accumulating 58 total on-campus incidents across 11 distinct crime categories. Its safety score of 1.80 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students places it at national rank #1924 and #12 within NE out of 5,600+ institutions surveyed by the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey. With 15,015 enrolled students, this campus sits in the mid-sized institution bracket, which shapes how raw incident counts should be interpreted.

The most frequently reported category at University of Nebraska at Omaha is "motor_vehicle_theft" with 27 cumulative incidents across the reporting window. Year-over-year, on-campus incident volume is declining — moving from 18 in 2021 to 16 in 2023. Compared to 5 peer institutions of similar enrollment size in NE averaging 4.04 incidents per 1,000 students, University of Nebraska at Omaha reports 56% fewer incidents per student.

Fire safety data covers 6 reporting years for on-campus residential facilities, logging 1 total fire. Arrests and disciplinary actions span 9 category-year records, covering liquor law violations, drug law violations, and weapons possession on-campus. No Department of Education Clery Act enforcement actions are recorded against this institution. Safety scores should always be read alongside enrollment size, campus geography, and reporting culture — institutions with active reporting programs often show higher counts that reflect transparency rather than risk.

Safety Score

1.80 /1K students

incidents per 1,000 enrolled

National Rank

#1924

See peer comparison

State Rank (NE)

#12

within state peers

Incidents (2023)

16

across 11 crime categories

Safety Percentile

University of Nebraska at Omaha percentile rank 66.1%
National median

Higher percentile = safer than more peers. Rank #1924 out of approximately 5,673 institutions in the OPE Campus Safety Survey.

Reporting density vs peer median

University of Nebraska at Omaha reports 56% fewer incidents per student than the median of 5 peer institutions.

Academic & Financial Profile

Tuition & Costs

In-State Tuition
$8,718
Out-of-State Tuition
$23,206
Avg Net Price
$13,441
Median Debt
$19,000
Pell Grant Recipients
35%

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
87%
SAT Average
1120
ACT Average
22
ACT Range
19–26

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate
47%
Retention Rate
78%
Median Earnings (6yr)
$45,494
Median Earnings (10yr)
$53,909
Loan Repayment (3yr)
531500%

Source: US Dept. of Education College Scorecard. See PlainCollege for full academic data.

Crime Statistics by Year

11 categories 3 reporting years on-campus only
Crime Type 2023 (On-Campus)2022 (On-Campus)2021 (On-Campus)
aggravated_assault 110
arson 020
burglary 120
fondling 272
incest 000
motor_vehicle_theft 9513
murder 000
negligent_manslaughter 000
rape 373
robbery 000
statutory_rape 000

Source: US Dept US Dept of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey. Figures show on-campus incidents

Fire Safety

Year Total Fires Injuries Deaths Cat I Cat II
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 1 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0

Arrests & Disciplinary Actions

9 category-year records

Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 9 reported records

Disposition26%47%27%ArrestsDisciplinary referralsNo action
Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 9 reported records
Category Year Arrests Disciplinary Actions
drugs 2023 6 20
liquor 2023 7 179
weapons 2023 1 4
drugs 2022 21 28
liquor 2022 2 144
weapons 2022 2 3
drugs 2021 31 3
liquor 2021 5 50
weapons 2021 1 1

University of Nebraska at Omaha vs peer institutions

Side-by-side safety scores for 3 peers of similar enrollment

Safety scores below are incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower = fewer reported incidents). Enrollment shown in the “Burden @ $100K” row reflects total student count; the rightmost row shows the most recent reporting year.

Selected

NE

University of Nebraska at Omaha

1.80% top marginal rate
Structure
Progressive
Burden @ $100K
$15,015
Brackets
2023

NY

CUNY City College

0.87% top marginal rate
Structure
Flat tax
Burden @ $100K
$15,012
Brackets
2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Nebraska at Omaha safe?
University of Nebraska at Omaha has a safety score of 1.80 (total on-campus incidents per 1,000 enrolled students) and ranks #1924 nationally out of 5,600+ institutions. Compare this with peer institutions for context.
What crimes are reported at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
University of Nebraska at Omaha reports Clery Act statistics including aggravated_assault, arson, burglary, fondling, incest, and other categories. The most recent data covers calendar year 2023. All figures reflect on-campus incidents reported to campus security authorities.
How does the Clery Act affect University of Nebraska at Omaha?
The Clery Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act) requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid programs to disclose crime statistics and security information annually. The data reported here comes directly from the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey.
What is a campus safety score?
The safety score is calculated as total reported on-campus Clery Act incidents divided by enrollment per 1,000 students. Lower scores indicate fewer incidents relative to enrollment size. Schools are ranked nationally, with rank #1 being the safest. A score of 0.00 may reflect zero reported incidents or incomplete reporting.
How does University of Nebraska at Omaha compare to similar schools?
University of Nebraska at Omaha is compared against peer institutions of similar enrollment size and within NE. The Similar Institutions section on this page shows side-by-side safety scores for comparable campuses. Use the Compare tool to evaluate up to four schools at once.
Does University of Nebraska at Omaha have fire safety data?
Yes. University of Nebraska at Omaha reports fire safety data for on-campus residential facilities, including total fires, injuries, deaths, and fire damage categories. No fires were reported in the most recent year.

Understanding University of Nebraska at Omaha's Safety Profile

University of Nebraska at Omaha in OMAHA, NE enrolls 15,015 students and has a safety score of 1.80 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students , ranking #1924 nationally. This relatively low score indicates fewer reported on-campus incidents relative to enrollment size.

Crime statistics are reported under the Clery Act, which requires all institutions participating in federal financial aid to disclose campus crime data annually. The data covers on-campus incidents from 2021 to 2023, enabling year-over-year trend analysis. On-campus incidents decreased from 24 in 2022 to 16 in 2023.

Fire safety data covers on-campus residential facilities. No fires were reported in the most recent year, indicating effective fire prevention measures.

Campus Safety Guides

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Data sourced from official U.S. government datasets. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCampus Editorial

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.