University of Nebraska at Kearney Reviews

"I was an online student through UNK for 2 semesters. I did not feel any sort of academic support during my time as a UNK student. Professors, advisors, and other staff all seemed cold and unhelpful. I strongly recommend going elsewhere. I had to switch back to my old college where I’m happily finishing my MA degree."

"Financial aid needs to learn to communicate. I was misinformed so many times, I'm looking to finish my master's elsewhere because of financial aid! Professors were mostly good. Some were terrible about grading in a decent time. Some liked to put words in your mouth when what you wrote about was IN THE MATERIAL THEY GAVE US!!!!!!!!!!! Some also tested us on stuff that didn't matter to the class."

"If you want to be a pilot, this is not the place for you. The current director does not understand the process of becoming an airline pilot. There is no way you can graduate and become an airline pilot. To become an airline pilot, you need to earn flight hours, but the current director doesn't care about that. He doesn't understand the necessary process at all. Ground school is 141 here, but flight training is 61, which is not recommended. There is no need to do any flight training here at all. This is definitely not recommended for international students who want to become pilots. UNK is no longer able to make your dreams come true, so look for another university to study aviation.Read Less"

"The Master in Science program for biology students needs some serious work for their online pedagogy. For a school that offers so many online options, they need to either eliminate some professors from the pool of online teachers or give them lessons in how to run an online class. The professors are condescending and do not know how to use the online platform. They do not scaffold or structure their lectures and assessments in a way that is useful and helpful to the student. I also feel the level of academics is lacking for a graduate program. There is an excellent way to teach online classes. In the 5 classes I have taken, only one professor has done it well.Read Less"

"The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is a great undergraduate program. The instructors are good at their jobs and actually care about their students. There are numerous opportunities for students to participate in research in any subject. All different kinds of intramural sports and student organizations. The college of science is well organized with very passionate professors. The science building is relatively new and constantly updated. There is a new computer science building being built, new dorms, new student health facility, and a newly renovated student union. The town of Kearney is also a wonderful place to live. The size is about 30,000 people and growing. Depending on where youre from, Kearney might feel big or small. It has all the perks of a big city with small city living. The people are nice, the healthcare is great, there are many awesome restaurants, a nice movie theater and mall, and so much more. I highly recommend UNK to anyone looking for a quality education and a place to discover who they truly are and strive to become.Read Less"

"UNK is an excellent school for the biological and physical sciences. My experience there was excellent, with small class sizes at the upper level classes, good instructor availability, and helpful advisors. Since my academic time spent on campus, I know major renovations have been made to most of the science buildings, which minimize my only complaint: old facilities. There are a really good selection of classes, the teachers are genuinely invested in their students, and research is supported and nurtured. I also think that the town surroundings of Kearney helped my experience tremendously. It is a small town, a safe campus, and security is good. Parking is reasonable and doesnt require a second mortgage to obtain. Additionally, as a biology major, you cannot ask for more than to be located in such a unique ecological location: the Platte river with the Sandhills Crane sanctuary, native parties, and Nebraska Sandhills are all right there.Read Less"

"The University of Nebraska at Kearney has been an amazing adventure for me to further my academic learning. I have gained so much from my fellow classmates and professors of the communication disorder department. The professors at the University of Nebraska at Kearney work diligently to provide an education that accommodates to all students strengths while still challenging them. The majority of our classes are blended witch means that academic work is done both in class with the professor and online by yourself. In my opinion, this makes it easier to balance both school and work schedules. The professors at the University of Nebraska at Kearney also make sure to prepare the undergraduate students for not only graduate programs but for future endeavors. With that being said, we are required to have so many observation hours and participate in many projects where we practice testing other classmates on their speech and language with the multiple speech, language, articulation, and comprehension tests provided. As you can see, I am proud to say that I have earned my education at the University of Nebraska at Kearney and hope to further my education by also receiving my master's degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.Read Less"

"Great school! I love that there are so many classes offered in my graduate program to choose from and most of them are very intriguing! Also, the professors do a great job teaching, especially considering I took all online classes and they care about the success of their students!"

"I was incredibly happy with my experience with the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Working full-time, the online courses provided me with the opportunity to complete my Master's degree while working full-time."

"UNK is a great school with lots of opportunities to grow and learn."

"UNK is a fantastic school. My time at UNK taught me a lot about the world and helped me in my career. The education you get at this university is exceptional. Most of my classes were available online, but that doesn't mean that they are less rigorous than on-campus courses. If anything, the courses are more rigorous online, but all the extra effort is worth it because you are getting a great education."

"The program is not as advertised. The Online Master's in Biology was advertised to me as a working persons degree program. There is a tremendous amount of focus on "busy work", such as discussions, that are run by students and not the professors. There was very little feedback on these discussions and one is always left wondering if the information posted was accurate since the professors did not weigh in or lead the discussions. There were several times when students posted incorrect information or there were competing ideas with no final word on what was accurate. The program is highly based on research, reading papers, busy work, and offered very little practical knowledge or skills. If you did the "busy work" and participated you could get a B in most classes without actually gaining much knowledge or understanding. The information presented was mostly based on regurgitating that information back for a grade without understanding mechanisms or how to apply that knowledge in a practical way. If you are wanting to go into a practical job and not into academics, choose another program.Read Less"

"An online biology program that is both vigorous and offers so many opportunities in the field is difficult to find. UNK offered me that opportunity. It's so convenient to have all my classes online. There are such a variety of electives offered that you could earn this generalist degree with a focus in so many different areas. Options for research provides even more flexibility and focus."

"Student Affairs is a great program and I wouldn't have made it this far if it wasn't for the support of all of the staff. Everyone is genuinely concerned about my progress and has helped me to grow as a student and professional at University of Nebraska Kearney."

"I love the online classes through the University of Nebraska at Kearney. My professors are knowledgeable of the curriculum and have worked in the field. Classes are easy to access and teachers use multiple tools to access. I have gained several tools and professional contacts while participating in assignments."

"I began attending UNK in 2010. During the four years of my undergraduate study, my experience was incomparable. This institution is extremely welcoming. The campus has a clean, fresh feel to it. I felt very comfortable and very much a part of my program and classes at UNK. The education I received at UNK allowed me to land my dream job and it is something I am grateful for every day. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree from UNK and again, the graduate education I am receiving is invaluable. The Kearney community, along with the university is a wonderful thing to be a part of and I get to do it everyday!Read Less"

"University of Nebraska, Kearney offers a rigorous scholastic schedule for its students. Entering as an online graduate student, I have been amazed with the support system. The admissions process is easy and the graduate office is helpful and will go out of their way to find the answer to any issue. Communication between the faculty and students is encouraged."

"University of Nebraska Kearney, UNK as it is popularly called is a friendly community of students and faculty. Activities on campus make you academically and socially prepared for a career life after school. You are always encouraged to assume a leadership role in whatever group/class project you are given and this instill responsibilities on all members and no one is a dead weight."

"UNK is a small school that offers small class sizes which equates to more individual attention from your professors. The Sports Administration classes were very interesting and the professors genuinely care about your academic success and your future success."

"The University of Nebraska at Kearney, Social Work program is the best I've seen. It keeps you involved with the community with volunteering and the classes give you a good idea of what your strengths are and what you could possibly wanna do in the future. The professors are very helpful when finding scholarships and just helpful trying to help you figure out the right path for you to go on based on your interest."