Costs at the College of Dentistry
Tuition and fees are set by the University Board of Regents and may be changed at any time. The following quotations are for academic year 2026-2027 and are offered as guidelines only. This is an estimate only. The approved source for student financial information is the UNMC Financial Aid Office.
University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry
Academic Year 2026-2027
Dental Resident Tuition and Fees
Year 1 (D1 - Freshman)
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,955.00 | $18,955.00 | $9,475.00 | $47,385.00 |
| UNL Facility Fees | $745.00 | $745.00 | $290.00 | $1,780.00 |
| COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $50.00 | |
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $1,025.00 | $1,025.00 | $2,050.00 | |
| Library Fee 1 | $140.00 | $180.00 | $60.00 | $380.00 |
| Anatomy Lab Fee | $55.00 | $55.00 | $110.00 | |
| Student Health Insurance 2 | $1,910.00 | $2,645.00 | $4,555.00 | |
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 | $230.00 | |
| TOTAL | $22,970.00 | $23,745.00 | $9,825.00 | $56,540.00 |
Year 2 (D2 - Sophomore)
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,955.00 | $18,955.00 | $9,475.00 | $47,385.00 |
| UNL Facility Fees | $745.00 | $745.00 | $290.00 | $1,780.00 |
| COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $50.00 | |
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $1,025.00 | $1,025.00 | $2,050.00 | |
| Library Fee 1 | $155.00 | $165.00 | $105.00 | $425.00 |
| Student Health Insurance 2 | $1,910.00 | $2,645.00 | $4,555.00 | |
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 | $230.00 | |
| TOTAL | $22,930.00 | $23,675.00 | $9,870.00 | $56,475.00 |
Year 3 (D3 - Junior)
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,955.00 | $18,955.00 | $9,475.00 | $47,385.00 |
| UNL Facility Fees | $745.00 | $745.00 | $290.00 | $1,780.00 |
| COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $50.00 | |
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $1,025.00 | $1,025.00 | $2,050.00 | |
| Library Fee 1 | $65.00 | $65.00 | $200.00 | $330.00 |
| Student Health Insurance 2 | $1,910.00 | $2,645.00 | $4,555.00 | |
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 | $230.00 | |
| TOTAL | $22,840.00 | $23,575.00 | $9,965.00 | $56,380.00 |
Year 4 (D4 - Senior)
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,955.00 | $18,955.00 | $37,910.00 | |
| UNL Facility Fees | $745.00 | $745.00 | $1,490.00 | |
| COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $50.00 | |
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $1,025.00 | $1,025.00 | $2,050.00 | |
| Library Fee 1 | $100.00 | $85.00 | $185.00 | |
| Student Health Insurance 2 | $1,910.00 | $2,645.00 | $4,555.00 | |
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 | $230.00 | |
| TOTAL | $22,875.00 | $23,595.00 | $46,470.00 |
Dental Nonresident Tuition
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $39,515.00 | $39,515.00 | $19,755.00 | $98,785.00 |
All other fees remain the same as for a resident student.
Advanced Standing Program Tuition and Fees
Year 1 (D2 Begins Second Semester)
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $41,485.00 | $20,745.00 | $62,230.00 | |
| UNL Facility Fees | $745.00 | $290.00 | $1,035.00 | |
| COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | ||
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $1,025.00 | $1,025.00 | ||
| Library Fee1 | $175.00 | $115.00 | $290.00 | |
| Student Health Insurance2 | $2,645.00 | $2,645.00 | ||
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 | ||
| TOTAL | $46,215.00 | $21,150.00 | $62,635.00 |
Year 2 (D3)
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $41,485.00 | $41,485.00 | $20,745.00 | $103,715.00 |
| UNL Facility Fees | $745.00 | $745.00 | $290.00 | $1,780.00 |
| COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $50.00 | |
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $1,025.00 | $1,025.00 | $2,050.00 | |
| Library Fee1 | $65.00 | $60.00 | $200.00 | $325.00 |
| Student Health Insurance2 | $1,910.00 | $2,645.00 | $4,555.00 | |
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 | $230.00 | |
| TOTAL | $45,370.00 | $46,100.00 | $21,235.00 | $112,705.00 |
Year 3 (D4)
| Fee | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Summer Session | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $41,485.00 | $41,485.00 | $82,970.00 | |
| UNL Facility Fees | $745.00 | $745.00 | $1,490.00 | |
| COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $50.00 | |
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $1,025.00 | $1,025.00 | $2,050.00 | |
| Library Fee1 | $100.00 | $90.00 | $190.00 | |
| Student Health Insurance2 | $1,910.00 | $2,645.00 | $4,555.00 | |
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 | $230.00 | |
| TOTAL | $45,405.00 | $46,130.00 | $91,535.00 |
Dental Hygiene Tuition and Fees
| Dental Hygiene‒Resident | $342.00/credit hour |
| Dental Hygiene‒Nonresident | $956.00/credit hour |
| Dental Hygiene Instruments | $1,030.00/semester |
| Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee | $25.00/semester |
| Anatomy Lab Fee | $25.00/per year |
| COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee | $310.00/semester |
| Student Health Insurance 2 | $1,910.00/1st semester |
| $2,645.00/2nd semester | |
| Library Fee 1 | $8.25/credit hour 1 |
| Dental Hygiene (Lincoln Campus)-Student Fees | $715.00 1st semester/$715.00 2nd semester/$270.00 summer |
| SADHA Two Year Membership Fee | $150.00 1st semester, 1st year |
| Student Access & Success Fee | $115.00/semester |
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1. Library fee based on hours registered for and subject to change. 2. Student Health Insurance fee is waived if student has private insurance and completes waiver form. |
Dental and Dental Hygiene Estimated Living Expenses
For more information, please visit UNMC Office of Financial Aid - Cost of Attendance.
Residency information
For more information, please visit UNMC Office of Student Success - Nebraska Residency.
Tuition Refunds
A student who withdraws from the University during a term for which he/she is registered is entitled to claim a refund of tuition. For more information, please visit UNMC Office of Student Services - Tuition Refund Schedule. The University’s current policy for a tuition refund is:
| First week | 100% |
| Second week | 75% |
| Third week | 50% |
| Fourth week | 25% |
| Fifth week | None |
Financial Aid
Paula Kohles, Director
Williams Science Hall, Omaha, NE
402-559-4199
The University of Nebraska Medical Center Office of Financial Aid administers a variety of financial aid programs including academic scholarships, grants, loans, and student employment. Please visit UNMC Office of Financial Aid or contact their office directly at 402-559-4199, 1-800-626-8431, or email finaid@unmc.edu for more information.
Students are encouraged to visit UNMC Financial Aid web site for additional information regarding the financial aid processes.
Return of Federal Student Aid Funds / Repayment of Student Financial Aid Funds
Federal student financial aid is provided to students to fund their direct and indirect costs as determined by the institutional cost of education. Failure to complete a required term of enrollment may result in the need to refund or repay federal student financial aid for costs not incurred. For complete information, please visit UNMC Financial Aid - Return of Federal Student Aid Funds.
Students receiving federal student financial aid are required to contact the Office of Financial Aid prior to finalizing a leave of absence or complete withdraw. Appointments can be made by calling the Financial Aid office at (402) 559-4199 or email FinAid@unmc.edu. A financial Aid Counselor will discuss how the withdrawal will affect a student's current and future financial aid, if any funds will need to be repaid to UNMC.
Satisfactory Academic Progress for Financial Aid
This regulation applies to all students in receipt of federal student financial aid.
Federal student aid policies apply to all students in receipt of federal student loans (loans, grants, work study). Students are responsible for reading/understanding the policies. If you have questions regarding policies, please contact the UNMC Office of Financial Aid: 402-559-4199.
Satisfactory academic progress - Appeal and reinstatement of financial aid eligibility: http://catalog.unmc.edu/general-information/student-policies-procedures/satisfactory-academic-progress/
Return of Title IV funds: https://www.unmc.edu/student-success/_documents/financial-aid/return_to_title_iv_funds_policy.pdf
Textbooks, Instruments and Materials
All dental instruments issued to the student are the property of the College of Dentistry. As these items become necessary for the various courses, they are issued to the student. Upon completion of the course and prior to the conferring of the degree, all issued equipment and instruments are to be returned to the College in satisfactory condition. If any issued item is lost or damaged beyond usefulness, the student must replace it at his/her/their own expense. If for any reason additional supplies become necessary, the student must pay for the needed item(s).
Should a student leave the College before graduation with a degree, all issued books, instruments, and unused supplies must be returned to the College of Dentistry before any University Tuition and General Fee refunds will be made.
Dental Student Books, Equipment & Supply Policy
Books
Students will be responsible for obtaining assigned books.
COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment (Moratorium for 2026-2027; dental students)
The COD Educational Infrastructure Assessment supports the resources, personnel, and operational systems essential to pre-clinical and clinical dental education. It funds the purchase, maintenance, and management of dental instruments, materials, laboratory supplies, infection control and sterilization operations, clinic infrastructure, student teaching assistants and tutors, travel-rotation support, clinical clothing, and related materials management services. This assessment ensures students have reliable access to the tools, facilities, and support needed for safe, effective, and accreditation-compliant dental education.
COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee
The COD Equipment & Technology Replacement & Maintenance Fee supports the maintenance, repair, replacement, and lifecycle management of the specialized equipment and technology essential to Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, and postdoctoral education. It funds clinical, laboratory, simulation, and instructional equipment; electronic dental record systems; software licensing and upgrades; hardware and networked devices; and integrated digital dentistry technologies such as imaging, CAD/CAM, scanning, milling, and simulation systems. This fee ensures students and residents have consistent access to safe, reliable, and up-to-date equipment and technology necessary for high-quality education, clinical training, and accreditation compliance.
For more information, please refer to the Student Handbook.
Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee
The Student & Resident Wellness Support Fee is established to provide dedicated, sustainable funding for programs, services, and resources that support the physical, mental, emotional, and professional well-being of dental students, dental hygiene students, and residents. The intensity of dental education and clinical training places learners at increased risk for stress, burnout, musculoskeletal injury, and mental health challenges. This fee directly addresses those risks by supporting targeted wellness initiatives that enhance learner resilience, promote academic and clinical success, and foster a healthy learning and patient care environment.
Withdrawal of Students
If a student leaves the program before graduation, all issued equipment and supplies must be returned before the College will authorize any University tuition and general fee refunds, release of transcripts and letters of recommendation or any other information as determined by the College.
Housing Facilities
Information about available housing for families or single students can be obtained from the Division of University Housing, 530 N. 17th Street, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Box 880622, Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0622, (402) 472-3561.
Placement Service
The College of Dentistry maintains a placement information service for students and recent graduates to aid them in finding practice locations and associateship opportunities.