Enrollment Deposit

Enrollment Deposit

Your Next Step to Becoming a Husker!

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Submit Your Enrollment Deposit by May 1 for Fall 2026 Start

Pay in MyRED

You're in! Now it's time to claim your spot in the Husker community. All newly admitted first year and transfer students pay a $250 enrollment deposit to secure their place in the incoming class and unlock the next steps to becoming a Nebraska student.

Pay Your Enrollment Deposit

How to Submit Your Enrollment Deposit

Submitting your enrollment deposit in MyRED is quick and easy:

  1. Log into MyRED
  2. Click the "Admissions" tab, then select "Undergraduate"
  3. Under "Review Your Status," choose "Pay Enrollment Deposit"

The enrollment deposit is required for all admitted students and cannot be waived or transferred. To maintain any scholarships or financial aid you have received, you must pay your deposit by the deadline for your starting term.

Enrollment Deposit Deadlines

Submit your deposit by the deadline that applies to your start term.

Enrollment deposit deadlines
Date Description
May 1, 2026 Fall/Summer 2026 Term
December 1, 2026 Spring 2027 Term

Unlock Your Next Steps

Paying your enrollment deposit is your next step in officially securing your spot at Nebraska. Once submitted, key parts of the enrollment process will be opened to you—Housing and New Student Enrollment.

Housing Application and Roommate Finder

Within 24 hours of submitting your enrollment deposit, you'll gain access to the Housing Application in MyRED. While completing your application, you will be able to rank your residence hall preferences to help determine your room placement.

Roommate Finder: Use our roommate finder to develop connections and friendships with fellow Huskers. You will have the opportunity to match with one roommate.

April 1 Priority Deadline: Maximize your chances of being placed in your preferred hall when you complete the Housing Application by the April 1 priority deadline.

Learn More About On-Campus Living

Learning Communities

Join communities of students who share your academic interests, career goals or personal identities by completing the Learning Community Application and Themed Community Opt-In Process by the April 1 application deadline.

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New Student Enrollment

The Office of New Student Enrollment (NSE) helps new first year, transfer and international undergraduate students prepare for life as a Husker. Paying your enrollment deposit gives you access to academic advising, course enrollment, orientation and Big Red Welcome events.

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Additional Information

Deferring Your Enrollment Deposit

Need More Time to Pay Your Enrollment Deposit?

If paying the enrollment deposit right now is a concern, you may be able to request a deposit deferral. This option allows you to wait to pay the deposit until after your financial aid has been awarded.

You may be eligible to request a deferral if you:

  • Participate in the free or reduced lunch program
  • Are Pell Grant–eligible
  • Receive benefits through the GI Bill
  • Have a scholarship (or combination of university scholarships) that covers the full cost of tuition, housing, meals and student fees

How to Request a Deposit Deferral

  1. Log into MyRED
  2. Select the "Admissions" tab, then "Undergraduate"
  3. Under "Review Your Status," choose "Enrollment Deposit Deferral Form"
Cancel Admission and Request Deposit Refunds

Changed Your Mind?

We understand that plans can change. If you decide not to attend University of Nebraska, you may cancel your admission and request a refund by the cancellation deadline.

Cancellation and Refund Request Deadline

Cancellation request deadlines
Date Description
May 1, 2026 Fall/Summer 2026 Term
December 1, 2026 Spring 2027 Term

Cancellation Process

  1. Log into MyRED
  2. Select the "Admissions" tab, then "Undergraduate"
  3. Refunds are processed within 10 business days.

Important Items to Note:

  • Requests submitted after the deadline are not eligible for a refund, and the $250 deposit will still be owed.
  • If you deferred your deposit, you must still submit a request by the deadline to avoid being charged.
  • Canceling your admission also cancels any scholarships and financial aid that has been awarded.
  • If have already submitted a University Housing application, it will be canceled when you complete the Cancel Admission Request Form. The housing application fee is non-refundable.
Requesting Reinstatement

Missed the Enrollment Deposit Deadline?

Don't worry, you can request reinstatement if you've missed the enrollment deposit deadline. Simply email the Admissions Committee at admissions@unl.edu, or send a letter to:

University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Admissions Committee
1410 Q St
Lincoln, NE 68588-0417

In your request, please explain the circumstances that led to the late payment. While reinstatement of federal, state, or university aid cannot be guaranteed, we encourage you to reach out—our team will review your request and guide you through the next steps.

We're Here to Help

If you have questions about your enrollment deposit, contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@unl.edu or 402-472-2023.