Military New Student Admissions
Checklist to Becoming a UNO Student
Follow these steps to complete the admission process and be eligible to register for UNO classes:
- Apply for admission
- Submit Application for Admission (online or download)
- If applicable (for those intending to admit to the Bachelor of General Studies Program), under Select Program select "Division of Continuing Studies" Then choose either General Studies or Option 1 and the Area of Concentration (if specific concentration has been chosen)
- Pay $45 application fee
- Request official college transcripts (if any) be sent to UNO
- If not a Nebraska resident, apply for Residency for Tuition Purposes and submit copy of military orders
- Complete Military Tuition Assistance, FAFSA and/or scholarship applications (if desired)
- Submit proof of 2 MMR immunizations or rubeola titer, e.g. military shot records
- Attend Student Orientation (active duty students may request waiver)
- Meet with an Advisor
- Take the English & Math placement exams (if needed)
Check with your Advisor or the UNO Offutt AFB Programs office at (402) 595-2371 for more information or additional requirements in particular student situations.
Metropolitan Community College Transfer Students
UNO has special arrangements with Metropolitan Community college (MCC) to ease the transfer process between the two schools. If you are a graduate of or have ever attended MCC, please click here to find important information.