Plumbing Schools in Kearney, NE

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare plumbing programs in Kearney, Nebraska. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Plumbing Schools Near Kearney, NE

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#1

Bellevue University

Bellevue, NE In-state option BOC Score 50.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,903
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,903
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 39%
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,201
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Clarkson College

Omaha, NE In-state option BOC Score 68.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $16,104
  • Out-of-state tuition: $16,104
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 78%
  • Graduation rate: 67%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 213
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Bryan College of Health Sciences

Lincoln, NE In-state option BOC Score 66.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $20,640
  • Out-of-state tuition: $20,640
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 67%
  • Graduation rate: 73%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 18
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Central Community College

Grand Island, NE In-state option BOC Score 59.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 2,949
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Chadron State College

Chadron, NE In-state option BOC Score 45.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 29
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

College of Hair Design-Downtown

Lincoln, NE In-state option BOC Score 56.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 55

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Concordia University-Nebraska

Seward, NE In-state option BOC Score 54.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 33
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Creighton University

Omaha, NE In-state option BOC Score 73.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 359
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Doane University

Crete, NE In-state option BOC Score 50.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 47
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Hastings College

Hastings, NE In-state option BOC Score 33.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 16

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Nebraska Plumbing Salary Snapshot

Nebraska
Nebraska Median Pay $60,970 $29.31 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $63,800 $30.67 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 47-2152 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Plumbing code taught (IPC, UPC, or state-specific code)
  • Apprenticeship connections (4-5 year, 8,000+ hour pathway)
  • State journeyman and master plumber licensing steps
  • Hands-on lab hours (residential and commercial systems)
  • OSHA safety certification and backflow prevention training

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Career Overview

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