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University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV · Public · Midsize city · Website

University of Nevada-Las Vegas campus
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Admission rate
96%
Open
Average net price
$11,062
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
52%
Median earnings
$62,536
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Nevada-Las Vegas is a public college in Las Vegas, NV with 24,622 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants, and admitted students average 1094 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $11,062 per year ($9,250 for families earning under $30,000). 52% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $62,536 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
96%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
12,232
Fall 2023
Admitted
11,774
Fall 2023
Yield
39%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing510–630
200800
SAT Math500–610
200800
ACT Composite18–25
136

What University of Nevada-Las Vegas looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$19,471
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,279
Out-of-state tuition
$28,192

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$9,250
  • $30–48k$9,051
  • $48–75k$10,067
  • $75–110k$13,684
  • $110k+$16,498

Get a personal estimate with University of Nevada-Las Vegas's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
52%
Freshman retention
79%
Median earnings
$62,536
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,450
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
24,622
Student–faculty ratio
19:1
Receive Pell grants
45%
  • White24%
  • Hispanic36%
  • Black9%
  • Asian17%

University of Nevada-Las Vegas FAQ

What is University of Nevada-Las Vegas's acceptance rate?+

University of Nevada-Las Vegas admits 96% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for University of Nevada-Las Vegas?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–630 on SAT Reading and Writing and 500–610 on SAT Math; the average total is 1094.

What ACT score do you need for University of Nevada-Las Vegas?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–25.

Is University of Nevada-Las Vegas test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Nevada-Las Vegas?+

In Fall 2023, 12,232 students applied to University of Nevada-Las Vegas and 11,774 were admitted; 4,583 enrolled.

Does University of Nevada-Las Vegas consider legacy status?+

No. University of Nevada-Las Vegas reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Nevada-Las Vegas require an essay?+

University of Nevada-Las Vegas reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Nevada-Las Vegas cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $19,471 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,062.

What is University of Nevada-Las Vegas's graduation rate?+

52% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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