The University of Nevada, Reno

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"The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to fostering a campus environment that respects, supports and values all members of its diverse learning community. Recognizing that equality, inclusiveness and diversity are core values for our University, we must always strive to deepen our understanding and sensitivity regarding all perspectives surrounding diversity, which is one of the most defining issues of our time." - President Marc Johnson

Learn about campus diversity

National Tier 1 Education

U.S. News and World Report ranks us as a national Tier 1 university. We earned this distinction by the quality of our students, faculty, research activity, and degree programs.

What does this mean for you?

It means you’ll have access to a broad range of degrees and programs taught by highly accomplished faculty. You’ll be surrounded by a student body that can motivate and inspire you. Most of all, it means you’re going to get a great education at the University of Nevada, Reno.

Degrees & Programs

Build the path to your professional goals among the University’s 426 degree, certificate and minor programs.

or browse our offerings by level, topic or college

Graduate School

Explore 129 programs and learn how outstanding faculty and innovative research set our Graduate School apart.

Explore Graduate Programs

Compare us to other tier 1 universities

Nevada residents pay

72% less in tuition

Over 4 years, that's

$63,000 in savings

Things you could do with that kind of savings:
Get a graduate degree (or two)
Start up your own business
Take a cruise around the world (seriously)

Vibrant Campus Experience

So what are you doing after class? Grab a cup of coffee in one of our coffee shops or relax under a 100-year-old tree on the Quad. Stop in for a quick Pilates class at Lombardi Recreation Center. Take a walk through Sheppard Fine Arts Gallery or the latest student exhibit. The list could go on, with over 250+ student clubs you can join.

  • Living on Campus Campus is a true community. It's a place to live and a place to study, a place to meet new people and discover new dreams. Learn more about living on campus
  • Interactive Tour So we keep telling you campus is beautiful, why don't you come get a look for yourself? Our Interactive Tour is fully customizable to your interests and will give you a glimpse of why people love campus life. Build your tour
  • Athletics Ready to get LOUD? We've got a full range of Division I athletics for you to cheer for. Football, volleyball, basketball, soccer and more. Nevada Wolf Pack
  • College Town College life is more than campus life, that’s why we love being a part of a community that loves its University. Check out some videos of our great region

Meaningful Opportunity

Our students are talented, hard-working and full of good ideas. We encourage and empower them to bring their ideas to life. Hands-on opportunities are what we’re all about. Our students are busy doing things that matter. Take a look at the opportunities you’ll have at the University.

  • Engineering students design, build and race against the nation’s best. Concrete Canoe
    Dance students take part in several performances each year. Dance Concerts
    For more than a decade, the University’s Office of Undergraduate Research has been helping undergraduates get real, hands-on research experience.

    From finding faculty mentors to writing funding proposals, the office has supported hundreds of students from majors ranging from computer science to foreign languages and literatures.     Undergraduate Research
    Students display their artwork both on- and off-campus. Art on Display
    Student teams compete for $50,000 to fund their business idea. Sontag
    Students produce news in English and Spanish for the local community. Noticiero Móvil
    Engineering students pass on their passion to local K-12 students. Mobile Engineering Education Lab
    Students craft and pitch a marketing plan to a national brand. Integrated Marketing Competition Team
  • Undergraduates are given unique access to cadavers, a vital step in gaining access to graduate programs. Dissection Team
    BluePRint Agency provides real world experience and results. Reynolds School offers PR services
    The Music Department offers more than 25 ensembles each semester. Student Musicians Needed
    Community health sciences students bring health education and water filtration. Health Education to the Slums
    Theatre students regularly work onstage and backstage at the festival. Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
    Community Health Sciences collection and distribution project to orphans in Kenya. Kenya Outreach
    Integrating the campus, classroom and community. Service Learning and Civic Engagement
    Students implement sustainable water projects that empower communities. Student Association for International Water Issues
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