University of Nevada-Reno
About University of Nevada-Reno
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UNR is a public research university in Reno, Nevada. It is the state's oldest university and land-grant institution, known for its programs in mining, seismology, journalism, and the sciences.
Founded
1874
Location
Reno, Nevada
Students
19,506
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
73.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
61.2%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$9,578
Out-of-state: $27,720
Avg Net Price
$15,927
After financial aid
SAT Average
1132
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$60,614
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
73.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Nevada-Reno accepts 73.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1132/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
61.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
79.7%
4-Year Grad
40%
6-Year Grad
63%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98%
$/Student
$14.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 40% graduation rate is below average, but 79.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,578
In-State
$27,720
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,496
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,786
After Financial Aid
$15,927
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,674
Receive Grants
22.9%
Take Loans
24%
The full cost of attendance is about $25,786/yr for in-state students, including $14,496 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $15,927. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $27,720.
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 University of Nevada-Reno fund their education.
While in School
22.9%
Get Grants
Free money
24%
Take Loans
Must repay
$48,103
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,922
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$201/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 24% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,922. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Nevada-Reno.
Gender
54.1%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
15,599
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,907
Graduates
38.5%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
8.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 38.5% 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
15,599
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R1 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Nevada-Reno fields 12 varsity teams with 446 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FBS
Conference
Mountain West
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
446
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
211
Men
235
Women
7
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Nevada-Renoearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$60,614
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Public Health
—
310 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$46K
186 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$86K
180 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$45K
179 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
177 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$36K
174 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $49K at six years, $49K at eight, and $61K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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