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UNO鈥檚 Andrew Swift Discusses Odds of Winning Mega Millions Jackpot

  • published: 2025/05/08
  • contact: Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications
  • email:听unonews@unomaha.edu
A person holding a cell phone with the Mega Millions winning numbers displayed. Mega Millions also appears on a TV in the background.

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The University of Nebraska at 51社区’s (UNO) Andrew Swift, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, was featured in WMTV’s coverage of the Mega Millions lottery’s recent changes. While the odds of winning the jackpot have improved slightly—from 1 in 302.6 million to 1 in 290.5 million—Swift emphasized that the chances remain incredibly low, stating that for most players, the odds are “literally no chance.”

💡 Why it matters: Swift’s expert insights highlight how, despite changes to the game, the odds of winning remain astronomically low, reinforcing the rarity of such wins. The article was syndicated nationally across outlets, including , , and .

🔎 The big picture: Swift’s analysis offers valuable perspective on the mathematical realities behind large lottery jackpots, offering clarity for the many players hoping for a life-changing win.

For more on the odds of winning Mega Millions, read the full article on .

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