University Of Nebraska Medical Center

The University of Nebraska Medical Center, also referred to as UNMC, is located in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. The university was established in the year 1880 as a private medical college. UNMC is the largest medical center in the surrounding area of Nebraska and Iowa. Students are offered degree programs through the following academic divisions:

• College of Dentistry
• College of Medicine
• College of Nursing
• College of Pharmacy
• College of Public Health
• School of Allied Health Professions

Students of the University of Nebraska Medical Center are involved in various student clubs and organizations. Among those available on campus are the Alpha Omega Alpha, American Medical Association, Graduate Student Association, Rho Chi Honor Society, and Student National Medical Association.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in medicine and nursing and emergency medicine.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• High faculty salary.
• High female/male ratio.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• On-campus hospital
• Library on-campus
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 3,128 in 2007-2008 (1,656 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 31% of enrolled students, graduate students are 42%, and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 27%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: University Of Nebraska Medical Center participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.