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Apply to UNO

August 1, 2026

  • The application for Fall 2027 admission is now open! Students can submit their application and begin completing their enrollment checklist.
    • UNO offers rolling admission, so students can receive decisions throughout the year.
    • Applying early gives students more time to complete financial aid, housing, orientation, and scholarship steps.

Have questions? Talk with a UNO Admissions Recruiter!

Have a question about UNO, your application, or what comes next? Join our Ask Admissions: Virtual Drop-In Hours to connect with a College Recruitment Specialist.

Every Tuesday | 3 - 4 P.M. CT
No appointment needed.

Drop in anytime during the hour to ask questions about:

  • Applying to UNO

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  • Your application or next steps

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  • Anything else you're wondering about as you consider UNO!

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Students and families are welcome!

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🏫 Visit Campus & Experience Maverick Life!

There’s no better way to picture yourself at UNO than experiencing it firsthand! Fall is the perfect time to explore campus, see students in action, and get a feel for what it’s like to be a Maverick.

  • See UNO in action! Schedule a campus visit and explore everything UNO has to offer through daily visits, group visits, and special events.

  • Make it a game day! Visiting on the same day as a UNO Athletics home game? You'll receive two complimentary tickets to cheer on the Mavericks and experience the excitement of UNO Athletics!

Come explore campus, experience the energy, and see yourself as a Maverick!

🎓 Let's Talk Scholarships!

We want to help make your UNO experience as affordable as possible, and scholarships are a great place to start! UNO's General Scholarship Application is now open through MavLINK, giving you the opportunity to explore additional funding for your education.

Here's what you need to know: You must be admitted to UNO before you can complete the General Scholarship Application.

Haven't applied to UNO yet? Now is a great time to get started! Submit your admission application as soon as possible so you can take advantage of scholarship opportunities.

Already admitted? You're one step ahead! Log in to MavLINK and complete your General Scholarship Application today!

💰 Financial Aid

  • Complete the FAFSA as soon as it opens.
  • Encourage students to apply for scholarships in addition to financial aid.

👋 Meet Your Admissions Counselor

  • Connect with your Admissions Counselor. Every territory has a dedicated admissions counselor ready to answer your questions and help you through every step of the enrollment process—from applying to registering for classes.
  • Schedule a one-on-one appointment today to discuss admissions, scholarships, academic programs, campus life, and your next steps.

📅 Stay Connected

Encourage your students to:

  • Attend college fairs.
  • Meet with their high school counselor.
  • Watch for admissions emails.
  • Check application status regularly through MavLINK after applying.

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October 1, 2026


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