Lincoln is a community of over 225,000 residents and covers 75 square miles. It has a small-town feel with all the amenities of a larger metropolitan area. The city has abundant recreational facilities, including many lakes, parks, and bike trails, and a variety of cultural resources, including the Lied Center for the Performing Arts, the Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery, and the Mary Riepma Ross Film Theatre.

The University’s attractive 556-acre main campus is located adjacent to Lincoln’s downtown business and entertainment center. The nearby University of Nebraska Technology Park, which houses the Technology Development Center and the Center for Excellence in Electronics, facilitates commercial activities related to faculty research.