5 Best Value Online Schools in Nebraska

Updated December 5, 2022

By BVS Staff Welcome to our best value ranking of online colleges in Nebraska. Despite being one of the country's least populous states, Nebraska is home to a more than respectable total of 25 institutions of higher education. And because the state's population is spread so thinly across the state, online learning is a popular ...

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Welcome to our best value ranking of online colleges in Nebraska.

Despite being one of the country's least populous states, Nebraska is home to a more than respectable total of 25 institutions of higher education. And because the state's population is spread so thinly across the state, online learning is a popular choice for students. As such, more than a dozen of Nebraska's colleges and universities offer online learning options. Of those online-accessible schools, we're bringing you the 5 "best value." These top 5 colleges all earned at least 70 points (out of 100) in our ranking.

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#1 Clarkson College Omaha, NE
#2 Chadron State College Chadron, NE
#3 Peru State College Peru, NE
#4 Bellevue University Bellevue, NE
#5 Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE
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  1. Clarkson College
    Location

    Omaha, NE

    Tuition

    $13904

    It makes sense that nearly 90 percent of students at Clarkson take at least one online course each semester — the school works hard to provide an impactful distance learning experience, whether students are pursuing a degree entirely online or just taking an online class or two. Clarkson provides an Online Education Manual for distance learners that covers everything from test proctor requirements to local hotel accommodations, and students enjoy a well-developed eLearning environment known as the "Online Campus." Since its founding in 1888, Clarkson has focused on providing education in healthcare, and the school's online bachelor's degrees reflect that; distance learners can pursue degrees in healthcare business, healthcare services, and medical imaging, or complete an RN to BSN program.

  2. Chadron State College
    Location

    Chadron, NE

    Tuition

    $6220

    Most of the fully online undergraduate degrees at Chadron State College are degree completion programs, although the school also offers some independent and affordable online degrees in Nebraska that require a bit of in-class time. Chadron's 100% online programs include degrees in business, math, applied science, and psychology, but those willing to visit CSC's campus in the Nebraska Panhandle will find a few more choices. Partially online degrees at Chadron include an interdisciplinary studies program designed for adult learners who want to build their own curriculum with the help of an academic advisor.

  3. Peru State College
    Location

    Peru, NE

    Tuition

    $6816

    Peru State University is a small liberal arts school that owes its existence in part to online degrees — the school was facing closure due to declining enrollment until it began to build out its distance learning programs. Now Peru State offers some of the best online degrees in Nebraska in business, psychology, and criminal justice, in both eight-week and 16-week sessions, at some of the lowest prices on this top Nebraska online degrees ranking. In addition, PSU's generous credit transfer and prior learning/life credit policies means it's not hard to get a head start on a bachelor's degree.

  4. Bellevue University
    Location

    Bellevue, NE

    Tuition

    $7050

    Bellevue was founded in 1966 with a mission to educate adult learners, so it's no surprise that today the school places so much emphasis on providing affordable online degrees in Nebraska for working professionals from all walks of life. With 50 bachelor's programs in subjects ranging from accounting to sports management, Bellevue's incredible proportion of distance learners (82 percent) makes sense — there's something for almost everyone. Students will also find some unusual course structures at this top online school in Nebraska, like the "flex-paced" Advanced Manufacturing and Business degrees that provide the opportunity for self-paced, milestone-based learning.

  5. Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health
    Location

    Omaha, NE

    Tuition

    $13418

    As the name suggests, NMC provides nursing and healthcare bachelor's degree and certificate programs, many of which are designed for adult learners who already have professional experience. For example, the school's RN to BSN program provides an accelerated degree path that nurses can complete on a full- or part-time schedule. The program also includes optional minors in Spanish for Healthcare Professionals and Healthcare Sign Language, two great options for students hoping to add a little oomph to their resumes. And with a wealth of online certificate programs covering in-demand fields like CT and MRI imaging, this accredited online school in Nebraska is a one stop shop for online healthcare education.

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See also: 10 Best Value Colleges and Universities in Nebraska

Sources:

College Navigator
IPEDS Data Center
Lincoln Journal Star: Peru State College

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