Deadline: November 15

Apply to the Raikes School

Late applications will be accepted if space is available.

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How to Apply

  1. Complete the University of Nebraska-Lincoln application at http://admissions.unl.edu/apply/. We recommend applying to Nebraska by October 15 to ensure your application is reviewed well in advance of the November 15 deadline.
  2. We recommend uploading your high school transcript through MyRED by October 15 to ensure it's received and processed by the deadline.
  3. Apply to the Raikes School through your MyRED account. All Nebraska honors programs share one application. The deadline to apply to the Raikes School is November 15.
  4. Students will be selected to participate in interviews at the Kauffman Center based on the strength of their application. These interviews will begin in mid-January. Students will be notified about their selection to participate in an interview by mid-December.

Questions? Contact Adam Britten at 402-472-0737 or adam.britten@unl.edu. See the Nebraska Office of Admissions website for more application tips.

A Competitive Applicant

  • Scores 30+ on the ACT or a 1400+ on the SAT (median ACT score is 33)
  • Is in the top 10% of their graduating class (if your high school calculates class rank)
  • Wants an interdisciplinary education in computer science and business
  • Exhibits leadership skills and a desire to serve their community
  • Gets involved in clubs and organizations that reflect their passions and interests
  • Shows initiative by pursuing a rigorous high school education and a growth mindset 
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