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As home to the finest artist-educators in the region, we are focused on helping students put theory into practice. As a metropolitan university, UNO is part of a vibrant arts community where you can take part in the process and share your vision with others.

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Your first step is to visit UNO Admissions, where you can:

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Once you've made the decision to become a Maverick, start your online application and have all required materials ready.


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Undergraduate Application submission deadlines are:

  • Fall Semester – August 1*
  • Spring Semester – December 1
  • Summer Semester – June 1

*The priority deadline for scholarship consideration for the fall semester is February 1.

Graduate Admissions

An Application for Graduate Admission must be filed with the UNO Office of Graduate Studies.

All students, except current junior and senior level students must complete a graduate application, or intercampus registration form for those students admitted to graduate programs at the other University of Nebraska campuses to receive graduate credit for any graduate level courses taken at UNO.

Deadlines

Deadlines for graduate programs vary. Visit the Graduate Studies page for more information.

Transfer Students

Students interested in transferring to the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) should visit the UNO Admissions Transfer Students page. The minimum grade point average (GPA) for transfer students is 2.25.

Once a transfer student is admitted to CFAM, transcripts from the student’s previous institution(s) will be reviewed by an advisor to evaluate the remaining credits needed to obtain a degree.

Students who are seeking a degree within the School of Music are also required to complete an entrance audition for admission into the music program.

More Information about Auditions

International Students

CFAM continues UNO's tradition of global engagement with international partners and a variety of programs to assist international students. International students interested in attending UNO should visit the International Admissions page.

Degree Holder, Non-Degree Seeker, or Visiting Student

Students may enroll in classes at CFAM without seeking a specific degree. If you are not currently pursuing a degree at UNO but are interested in taking one or more courses during a semester at UNO, visit the Non-Degree page.

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