Why Engineering?
6 good reasons to choose Nevada for your Engineering degree
- Engineers are in demand
America is so desperate for more engineering graduates that it is recruiting them from half-way around the world. Such demand makes starting salaries for engineers among the highest of all college graduates.
- Engineering is an adaptable degree
In its simplest form, engineering is problem solving. As an engineering student you will be taught to analyze challenges and develop creative ways to overcome those challenges. That’s why engineering graduates are well equipped to pursue careers across the board, from business to law.
- A Nevada engineering degree is affordable
The cost of a degree from Nevada is among the most affordable programs offered by a comprehensive research university.
- Location. Location. Location.
The main campus of the University of Nevada, Reno offers plenty for you to do during your free time. Lake Tahoe is less than an hour way with its renown winter skiing and summer water sports. And if you’re looking for something closer, Reno (and its sister city, Sparks) offers numerous festivals year round, including the Best in the West Rib Cook-Off, Great Reno (Hot Air) Balloon Race and Reno Rodeo.
- Great study abroad access
The University Study Abroad Consortium (USAC) was founded on the University of Nevada, Reno campus more than 20 years ago and is now one of the largest study abroad programs in the country. Dozens of other colleges and universities send their students abroad through USAC, with 39 programs in 25 countries.
- Lots of people to meet but you won’t get lost in a crowd
With close to 17,000 students, the University of Nevada, Reno is an attractive size for many college students. It’s not so small that it makes you feel like you’re back in high school. But it’s also not so big that you feel like you’re in a city within a city.
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