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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Lincoln, NE. Operating on a semester system.
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2K+
Total Enrollment
Liberal Arts College
Institution Type
7
Housing Buildings
450
Housing Capacity
Life in Lincoln for Nebraska Wesleyan University Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Lincoln.
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Median Rent
$1,100
Cost of Living Index
96
Student Population
30,000
City Transportation
Walkability
45
Bikeability
60
Public Transit
StarTran Bus System
Nearest Airports
Lincoln Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
51.1°F
Avg Snowfall
26 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Cochrane-Woods Library
Mon–Thu 7:45 a.m.–midnight; Fri 7:45 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat noon–6 p.m.; Sun noon–midnight
Marian and Marion Weary Center for Health and Fitness
Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; Fri 8 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sat closed; Sun 5 p.m.–9 p.m.
Story Student Center
Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
Plainsman Hall Study and Computer Facilities
24 hours (for residents)
Common Ground Cafe
Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–2 p.m.; Fri 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Archway Café
See dining website for current hours
The Point Dining Hall
See dining website for current hours
Campus News
Latest updates from Nebraska Wesleyan University
Inclement Weather Procedures and Potential Closures
Nebraska Wesleyan University will announce any weather-related class cancellations or campus closures via the Wesleyan Alert System. If dangerous or threatening weather is forecast, decisions for daytime closing are made by 6 a.m. CST and for evening events by 2 p.m. CST. Residence halls and the student center remain open during closures, and snow removal crews work to keep walks safe.
Ford becomes first NWU student to receive prestigious Phi Kappa Phi award
Nebraska Wesleyan University student Ford has become the first in NWU history to receive the prestigious Phi Kappa Phi award, recognizing outstanding academic achievement and leadership.
Oct 17, 2025
Seven NWU students selected for Capitol Hill Internship Program
Seven Nebraska Wesleyan students have been chosen for the Spring 2026 Capitol Hill Internship Program, providing hands-on experience in Washington, D.C. through internships with government agencies, nonprofits, and more.
Oct 14, 2025
NWU recognized as a Top Regional University, Best Value and Hidden Gem
Nebraska Wesleyan University has earned national recognition in the U.S. News & World Report: Best Colleges 2026 rankings as a Top Regional University and Best Value, and was named a Hidden Gem College by College Raptor.
Oct 15, 2025
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Nebraska Wesleyan University
Freshmen are required to live on campus unless they meet exemption criteria such as living with parents or guardians nearby.
Showing 3 of 3 known dorm and housing options.
Old Main Residence Hall
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
South Hall
Capacity: 150
Room types: single, double, suite
University Place Apartments
Capacity: 200
Room types: apartment
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Private Non-Profit
Email Domain
@nebrwesleyan.edu
Current Term: Spring Semester 2026
Start: January 12, 2026
End: May 9, 2026
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