Peru State College is a public college located in Peru, Nebraska. Founded in 1865, it is the oldest college in Nebraska and one of the oldest colleges in the United States. Peru State offers undergraduate and graduate programs with degrees in liberal arts, education, business, and technology. The college provides an ideal setting for intellectual, personal, and professional growth as it offers unique fields of study, hands-on learning experiences, and several service learning and student engagement opportunities. Moreover, the college has a strong commitment to the needs of the community and participates in numerous economic development, community service, and employment initiatives. Peru State is committed to providing high quality education in a safe, supportive, and caring environment.
- Address: 600 Hoyt Street, Peru, NE 68421-0010
- Phone: (402) 872-3815
- Website: www.peru.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 1,902
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 20 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $-
- Selectivity: #N/A
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $7,920 | $7,920 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Room & Board | $8,680 | $8,680 |
| Other | $1,736 | $1,736 |
| Total Cost | $19,536 | $19,536 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: #N/A
- SAT Range: #N/A – #N/A
- ACT Range: #N/A – #N/A
Majors
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Psychology, General
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Elementary Education and Teaching
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 64%
- Part-time: 36%
Student Gender
- Male: 38%
- Female: 62%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 1%
- Asian: 1%
- Black or African American: 7%
- Hispanic / Latino: 7%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 79%
- Two or More Races: 3%
- Unknown: 1%
- Non-resident Alien: 1%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 84%
- 25 and Over: 16%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 68%
- Out-of-State: 33%
- Unknown: 0%