Understanding Differential Tuition
>Most courses at UNO follow the standard tuition rate. Some courses and academic programs include an additional cost called “differential tuition.
Differential tuition helps support programs with highly specialized instruction, labs, equipment, clinical experiences, research opportunities, and other hands-on learning experiences.
If you have questions or would like help understanding these changes or have questions, please complete a brief form and the appropriate staff member will respond.
What This Means for Students
- Differential tuition does not apply to all students or all courses.
- Additional costs only apply to specific programs or classes.
- Differential tuition is course- and program-based, not semester-based.
2026-2027 Differential Tuition Updates
- Aviation: Resident rate for on-campus undergraduate courses.
- College of Business Administration: All CBA courses.
- Criminal Justice: Resident rate for both online and on-campus undergraduate courses.
- Pre-Health (BIOL): Resident and non-resident rates for both online and on-campus undergraduate BIOL courses that are required within pre-health degree pathways.
- Psychology: Resident rate for both online and on-campus undergraduate and graduate courses.>
- Social Work: Resident rate for online and on-campus undergraduate courses, as well as graduate online courses.
- Speech Language Pathology: Resident rate for both online and on-campus graduate courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should students contact with questions?
If you have questions or would like help understanding these changes or have questions, please complete a brief form and the appropriate staff member will respond.
Will this affect my summer classes?
No. Any tuition changes being considered would apply to the 2026-2027 academic year beginning in August and would not affect students enrolled in summer courses.
When will these changes take effect?
Students’ accounts will be calculated and made available for viewing in MavLINK no later than July 22.
Will my financial aid or scholarships change?
In most cases, your financial aid and scholarships will not change because you enroll in courses with differential tuition. Some scholarships, including full-tuition scholarships like the Regents Scholarship, already cover approved differential tuition charges. If you are a Nebraska Promise recipient, Financial Support & Scholarships office will review your account after the 100% tuition refund (drop) deadline each semester and, if eligible, make any necessary adjustments to ensure tuition for up to 15 undergraduate credit hours is covered according to program guidelines. Because every student's financial aid package is different, we encourage you to contact the Office of Financial Support & Scholarships if you have questions about your specific situation.