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Union Adventist University
Lincoln, Nebraska · Private non-profit university
Address: 3800 S 48th Street, Lincoln, NE 68506 · Phone: (402) 486-2600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Union Adventist University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Lincoln, Nebraska, offering medical assistant programs and EMT & paramedic training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
The state average completion rate is 61.0%, though this campus's own completion rate is not reported; median graduate debt is $27,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $55,045, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; students can use federal financial aid including Pell Grants, which about 30.8% of students receive.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,940 | $47,370 | $50,010 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,060 | $41,710 | $52,070 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nebraska (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Union Adventist University is a private non-profit institution located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. It is accredited, with recognition from bodies including the Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and others depending on program. Among its trade-oriented offerings, the school's top programs are medical assistant programs (14 completers) and EMT & paramedic training (2 completers), drawn from a total of 16 trade completers and 471 undergraduate students overall.
Federal data shows some, but not all, outcome measures for this campus. The state average completion rate is 61.0%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $27,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $55,045. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 30.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of financially eligible students attend here.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, credential-focused trade programs such as medical assisting or EMT training rather than only traditional degree pathways, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Career changers should independently confirm scheduling, format, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, prospective students can contact the school directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Union Adventist University offers medical assistant programs (14 completers) and EMT & paramedic training (2 completers), based on the most recent federal completions data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Higher Learning Commission, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, depending on program.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 61.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates of this school is $27,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $55,045, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (402) 486-2600 or visit https://www.ucollege.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Union Adventist University is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status can affect tuition pricing and how surplus revenue is used, compared with for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for details on medical assistant or EMT program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?181738, or contact the school directly at (402) 486-2600.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers shorter, credential-focused trade programs like medical assisting and EMT training that may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not specified in the available data; prospective students should confirm requirements for their chosen field, such as EMT certification, with the school or state licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Union Adventist University at (402) 486-2600 or visit their website at https://www.ucollege.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the data provided; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?181738 can help with side-by-side comparisons.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.