The University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
HLC is a highly respected, long-standing accreditor of postsecondary/higher education institutions. UNO has been continuously accredited by HLC since 1939. This accreditation affirms that our institution meets high standards of academic quality, institutional effectiveness, and continuous improvement, ensuring students receive a rigorous and well-rounded education.
Institutional Accreditation
Institutional accreditation is important for multiple reasons. It provides quality assurance for prospective students, the public, community leaders, and elected officials. It is also a prerequisite for institutional participation in the federal financial aid program. In addition, accreditation ensures that the academic credits earned at UNO are recognized by other accredited institutions and employers, and that our degree programs meet the expectations set forth by HLC.
HLC accreditation applies to the entire institution. It addresses all academic programs, all locations, and all delivery modalities, including traditional/in-person, online/distance, and dual enrollment.
HLC’s Criteria include standards related to academic programs, student services, financial stability, ongoing evaluation and improvement, governance, access to consumer information, institutional integrity, mission and planning – to name a few.
As an accredited institution, we are bound by the policies, practices, standards, and guidelines established by HLC, which include ongoing reviews, assessments, and improvements to maintain our status and provide the best possible educational experience for our students.
UNO is dedicated to supporting student success and institutional excellence, and we remain committed to providing an education that meets the highest standards of quality and integrity.
Learn more about UNO’s successful comprehensive review in 2018, and the more recent 4-year assurance review, completed in 2022. UNO’s next comprehensive review is scheduled to take place during the 2027-2028 academic year.
For more information about UNO’s accreditation status and the role of HLC, please visit HLC’s website: hlcommission.org or click on the ‘Accredited Higher Learning Commission Verify Status Here’ button on this page.
Program Accreditation
In addition to the institutional accreditation, many UNO academic programs have sought and been awarded accreditation specific to their degree offerings. Accredited programs meet rigorous standards of academic quality.
These standards include factors such as professional attainments of faculty; quality of research; library holdings; physical facilities; and general funding support for the respective programs. As a result, students can be assured their educational experiences at UNO will meet high standards of quality.
Learn more about program-specific accreditation.
Student Right to Know Act
In accordance with Student Right to Know and Campus Security guidelines, UNO is pleased to offer quick and easy access to data on tuition/fees, enrollment, faculty, graduation rates, campus safety, and other important topics. Visit the Consumer Information page.
This data is summarized in the National Center for Education Statistics College Navigator profile.
More information and direct access to the data
*The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) can be contacted at 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604; Phone:800.621.7440/312.263.0456; Fax 312.263.7462; Email: info@hlcommission.org