2025 Best Liberal Arts Schools in Nebraska
6
Colleges in Nebraska
999
Liberal Studies Degrees Awarded
Ranked #2 in popularity,
liberal arts is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the nation. So, there are lots of possibilities to explore when you're trying to determine where you want to get your degree.
In 2025, College Factual analyzed 6 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Liberal Arts Schools in Nebraska ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 999 degrees in liberal arts to qualified students.
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Choosing a Great Liberal Arts School
The liberal studies program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Liberal Arts rankings. For our Best Overall Liberal Arts School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
You may want to choose one of the degree levels below to find the schools of most interest to you.
Liberal Arts Rankings by Degree Level
The liberal studies school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Liberal Arts Schools in Nebraska.
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Best Schools for Liberal Arts in Nebraska
If you aren't interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the liberal studies degrees they offer, see the list below.
Top Nebraska Schools in Liberal Studies
Associate Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In NE
320
Liberal Studies Degrees Awarded
Metropolitan Community College is a great option for students interested in a degree in liberal arts. MCC is a large public college located in the large city of Omaha. A Best Colleges rank of #615 out of 2,152 schools nationwide means MCC is a great college overall.
There were roughly 320 liberal arts students who graduated with this degree at MCC in the most recent year we have data available.
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Associate Degree
Highest Degree Type
4th
Most Popular In NE
156
Liberal Studies Degrees Awarded
It's difficult to beat Southeast Community College Area if you wish to pursue a degree in liberal arts. Located in the city of Lincoln, Southeast Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population. A Best Colleges rank of #754 out of 2,152 colleges nationwide means Southeast Community College is a great college overall.
There were roughly 156 liberal arts students who graduated with this degree at Southeast Community College in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in liberal arts from Southeast Community College Area
Associates
Degree Type
AA in Liberal Arts
Program Name
Strengthen your communication and critical-thinking skills with this online associate in liberal arts degree from Southern New Hampshire University.
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Associate Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In NE
202
Liberal Studies Degrees Awarded
It's hard to beat Mid-Plains Community College if you wish to pursue a degree in liberal arts. Mid-Plains Community College is a small public college located in the rural area of North Platte. This college ranks 15th out of 19 colleges for overall quality in the state of Nebraska.
There were roughly 202 liberal arts students who graduated with this degree at Mid-Plains Community College in the most recent year we have data available.
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Associate Degree
Highest Degree Type
5th
Most Popular In NE
41
Liberal Studies Degrees Awarded
Northeast Community College is a wonderful option for students pursuing a degree in liberal arts. Northeast is a moderately-sized public college located in the remote town of Norfolk. This college ranks 10th out of 19 schools for overall quality in the state of Nebraska.
There were about 41 liberal arts students who graduated with this degree at Northeast in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in liberal arts from Northeast Community College
Associate Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In NE
182
Liberal Studies Degrees Awarded
Located in the small city of Grand Island, Central Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population. This college ranks 12th out of 19 colleges for overall quality in the state of Nebraska.
There were about 182 liberal arts students who graduated with this degree at Central Community College in the most recent year we have data available.
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