Truckee Meadows Community College
About Truckee Meadows Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Truckee Meadows Community College teaches in Reno, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Science technology and business are its largest programs, and it trains students for the warehouses and factories east of the city.
Founded
1971
Location
Reno, Nevada
Students
7,681
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,352
Out-of-state: $12,018
Avg Net Price
$8,312
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,573
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
32.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
10.8%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
99.4%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Large
The 32.1% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,352
In-State
$12,018
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$856
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,247
After Financial Aid
$8,312
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,771
Receive Grants
16.5%
Take Loans
2.6%
Tuition is $3,352/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,312.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Truckee Meadows Community College fund their education.
While in School
16.5%
Get Grants
Free money
2.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,395
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Truckee Meadows Community College.
Gender
54.5%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,681
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.4%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
30%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 46% men). 52.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,681
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Truckee Meadows Community College fields 1 varsity team with 52 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
1
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
52
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
26
Men
26
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Truckee Meadows Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,573
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
$45K
303 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$37K
135 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$33K
124 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
73 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
—
46 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.